The human body in health & disease / Kevin T. Patton, PhD, Founding Professor of Life Science, Emeritus Faculty, St. Charles Community College, Cottleville, Missouri, Professor of Human Anatomy and Physiology Instruction, New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, New York, Gary A. Thibodeau, PhD, Chancellor Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Wisconsin-River Falls, River Falls, Wisconsin.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to the body -- Chemistry of life -- Cells -- Tissue -- Organ systems -- Mechanisms of disease -- Skin and Membranes -- Skeletal system -- Muscular system -- Nervous system -- Senses -- Endocrine system -- Blood -- Heart and heart disease -- Circulation of the blood -- Lymphatic system and immunity -- Respiratory system -- Digestive system -- Nutrition and metabolism -- Urinary system -- Fluid and electrolyte balance -- Acid-base balance -- Reproductive systems -- Growth and development -- Genetics and genetic diseases.