This course presents the basic concepts of the body s immune system. Topics include resistance to infection, inflammation, immune hypersensitivity, blood groups, AIDS, histocompatibility and self-tolerance. Current immunological concepts on cellular and humoral controls are included. This course presents the pathologic changes that occur in the cells that are injured. This course presents the pathologies of the heart, blood vessels, lymphatics, lungs, liver and gastrointestinal tract.
Emphasis is given to pathogenesis and the morphologic changes that occur.
Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course presents the pathologies of the musculoskeletal, nervous and genitourinary systems. Emphasis is given to pathogenesis and the morphologic changes that occur. This laboratory course provides the student with the opportunity to observe systemic pathologies and develop clinical diagnostic concepts. This course presents information on the effects of common types of drugs prescribed throughout the health care delivery system, with emphasis on modes of action, adverse effects and iatrogenic manifestations.