Class Physiology II

The UC studies the multiple mechanical, physical and biochemical functions in living beings. In short, physiology studies the functioning of the organism and aims to provide students with basic knowledge and the different systems are approached independently but always integrating the previously acquired knowledge. Students should understand the normal functioning of organisms and how their disturbances cause changes in the animal's life.

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- Theory: Reproductive system: development of the gonads and gametes, control of ovulation and corpus luteum. Reproductive cycles, pregnancy and delivery, mammary gland and milk production, male reproductive physiology; Renal Physiology: glomerular filtration and reabsorption, water and acid-base balance; Neurophysiology: The neuron and synapse, neuromuscular system, reflex and stretch receptors, motor neurons and posture control, vestibular system and cerebellum, autonomic nervous system; Physiology of vision; Fish Physiology.   - Practice Reproductive system, the reproductive anatomy of different species, reproductive cycles, production systems and reproductive control; Renal function, glomerular filtration, control of renal blood flow and its consequences, urinalysis; Neurophysiology, the action potential, control of muscle contraction, reflex arc; Fish Physiology.

Informatic resources will be used to support active learning, through sharing of supplementary support materials on an e-learning platform. In theoretical classes, real-time quizzes may be conducted using a mobile application to encourage student interaction during lessons. Some of the practical classes will involve simulation of laboratory experiments using the PhysioEx 10.0 software.

Klein B. G. (2019). Cunningham's Textbook of Veterinary Physiology. 6ª edição, Saunders Publishing. Guyton & Hall (2017). Tratado de Fisiologia Médica . 13a Edição, Elsevier. Reece W. O., Erickson H. H.,  Goff J. P., Uemura E. E (2015) Dukes' Physiology of Domestic Animals . 13a Edição, Wiley Blackwell.