This anatomy and physiology textbook for veterinary technicians features vocabulary fundamentals, hundreds of full-color illustrations, clinical application boxes, and test yourself questions.

Introduction to anatomy and physiology -- Chemical basis for life -- Anatomical structure of the cell -- Physiology of the cell -- Tissues -- Integumentary system -- Skeletal system -- Muscular system -- Nervous system -- Sense organs -- Endocrine system -- Blood, lymph, and lymph nodes -- Immunity and defense -- Cardiovascular system -- Respiratory system -- Digestive system -- Nutrients and metabolism -- Urinary system -- Reproductive system -- Pregnancy, development, and lactation -- Avian anatomy and physiology -- Amphibian and reptilian anatomy and physiology.