Title: Describe basic human anatomy and physiology in relation to microbiology.
Course: Medical Laboratory Technology II (14102-II) > Section: Performing Basic Microbiology Skills

Description should include the following basic anatomical structures and body cavities and their functions:

- Cell
- Tissues, membranes, and glands
- Integumentary system
- Skeletal system
- Muscular system
- Blood
- Heart
- Blood vessels and blood circulation
- Lymphatic system
- Respiratory system
- Gastrointestinal system
- Endocrine system
- Reproductive system
- Nervous system
- Urinary system

Process/Skill Questions:

- What major organs are contained in each body cavity? Why is this information important to medical laboratory professionals?
- How does joint fluid aid human movement?
- What is the importance of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine?
- What is meningitis? What test is used to diagnose it?
- Why is kidney function essential for healthy production of urine? Why is this information useful to medical laboratory professionals?
- What is normal flora?