Towards the sides of the body

The study of the body's physical structure

Offers support and protection for softer tissues, movement, and leverage

System disorders include acne, impetigo, chickenpox, and dermatitis

Common lab tests for this system include CBC, vitamin D, and uric acid

Near the point of attachment

The body's form of stead state, also mean remaining the same

Provides communication in the body, sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories

System disorders include malignant tumors, cysts, and infertility

Common lab tests for this system include therapeutic drug monitoring of mood stabilizers, glucose, serotonin, and dilantin

Near the surface of the skin

Generic term referring to any pathologic condition of the mind or body

Produces and eliminate urine

System disorders include acidosis, alkalosis, and glomerulonephritis

Common lab tests for this system include blood gases, lung biopsies, sputum cultures, and bronchial washings

Lying or reclining face up on his or her back

The process of blood cell formation that occurs in the bone marrow

Responsible for the production of offspring

System disorders include hiatal hernias, dysentery, and pancreatitis

Common lab tests for this system include growth hormone, antidiuretic hormone, and cortisol

Lying on left or right side

Also known as the master gland, stimulates the other glands to produce hormones as needed

Communication, control, and integration through hormones

System disorders include ALS, MS, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy

Common lab tests for this system include occult blood test, bilirubin, tissue biopsies, and gastric analysis