Welcome to the course in "Advanced Physiology" (HL 2018, 9 credits)

The course provides knowledge of the principal body functions and understanding of the integrative regulations necessary for the maintenance of body homeostasis. This knowledge is the basis for understanding how the function of various organs and body systems are affected during diseases and ageing. The course includes theoretical lectures, group work and practical laboratories with physical testing methods for measuring normal physiological parameters.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Explain the physiology and anatomy of the circulation, respiration, autonomic nervous system, endocrine, urinary, digestive and musculoskeletal systems.
Understand how different body systems interact to maintain homeostasis
Integrate physiological adaptation occurring during various stress, disease, ageing and physical activity
Practically evaluate heart function, respiration, acid-base balance and maximum exercise capacity
Understand and predict how alteration of the structure and function of body systems drives human diseases

Schedule

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Location

Most of the learning material is online and available for self-study. Face to face activities are located on KI Campus Solna

Laboratories: Scheele-laboratoriet, Scheelesväg 2, third floor
Group seminars: Various rooms, check schedule
Examination room: Skrivsal Widerströmska, Tomtebodavägen 18, first floor

Contact

This course is organized by the department of Physiology & Pharmacology

Nicolas Pillon

Course responsible (he/him)

E-mail: nicolas.pillon@ki.se

Phone: 08-524 875 12

Karin Wrangö

Course administrator

E-mail: karin.wrango@ki.se