Where applicable, comparative endocrinology is included. 3 credits . Discussions are developed primarily to critical analyses of important scientific papers. Selected laboratory demonstrations of the microelectrode technique, method for assessing myocardial performance, and techniques for measuring blood flow are performed. Renal failure hypertension and other aspects of abnormal renal function are described.
Recent literature is renal physiology is Reviewed.
3 credits . Presentations are made by graduate students, department faculty and scientists from other institutions. Also emphasized are the mechanisms of action of hormones in the regulation of cellular metabolism and in the expression of physiological effects. 2 credits . 2 credits .