About the Book:

Human Anatomy and Physiology - A Practical Manual is the ultimate guide for anyone pursuing a Diploma in Pharmacy. It has been specifically structured to meet the requirements of the ER-20 syllabus of Pharmacy Council of India, making it an indispensable resource for all pharmacy students. Featuring 36 comprehensive experiments, covering almost all body systems, this manual is an essential tool for anyone seeking to understand the intricate functions of the human body. 

Each experiment is presented in a systematic and easy-to-understand manner, with an objective, requirements, principle, procedure, observation, and results. The inclusion of images and illustrations helps to facilitate learning and clarify complex concepts while the normal values for some of the experiments will help students to understand physiological abnormalities. The theory behind each experiment is also provided to enhance students' understanding of the subject. 

The final chapter on Viva Voce is particularly beneficial, as it offers students an opportunity to prepare themselves for synopsis and viva voce of external practical examination making it an essential resource for proposed D. Pharm exit examination. The step-by-step guide to procedures ensures that students can undertake experiments successfully, while the principle and theory sections provide a theoretical understanding of the experimental results. 

Contents:

1.    Study of Compound Microscope

2.    General Techniques of Blood Collection

3.    Microscopic Examination of Epithelial Tissue

4.    Microscopic Examination of Cardiac Muscle

5.    Microscopic Examination of Smooth Muscles

6.    Microscopic Examination of Skeletal Muscles

7.    Microscopic Examination of Connective Tissue

8.    Microscopic Examination of Nervous Tissue

9.    Study of Human Skeleton-Axial Skeleton

10. Study of Human Skeleton- Appendicular Skeleton

11. Determination of Blood Group

12. Determination of Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

13. Estimation of Hemoglobin

14. Determination of Bleeding Time of Blood

15. Determination of Clotting Time of Blood

16. White Blood Cell (WBC) Count

17. Determination of RBC Count

18. Differential Count of the Blood

19. Neurological Examination

20. Measurement of Blood Pressure

21. Recording Body Temperature

22. Determination of Pulse/Heart Rate

23. Determination of Respiratory Rate

24. Recording Pulse Oxygen

25. Record Forced Expiratory Volume

26. Measure Body Mass Index

27. Cardiovascular System

28. Respiratory System

29. Digestive System

30. Study of Human Nervous System

31. Urinary System

32. Endocrine System

33. Human Reproductive system

34. Eye

35. Ear

36. Skin

About the Authors:

Havagiray R. Chitme, has been known for innovative teaching, learning and research in the field of Pharmaceutical sciences since past 24 years. His 11 years of experience as Associate Professor and Professor of Pharmacology at National University of Science and Technology, Muscat, made him to have experience of teaching in Indian and American pedagogies. A postgraduate in Pharmacy (Pharmacology) in 1998 from RGUHS, Bangalore, and Doctorate in Pharmacy from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi in 2003. He is extensively involved in teaching Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacotherapeutics at graduation, postgraduation and doctoral level. His passion for teaching in all aspects flows through his basic and clinical research. He received International and National research grants in the field of woman health. He has guided multiple M. Pharm dissertation works and Doctoral thesis works. He published many Indian patents, research articles in peer reviewed indexed journals and presented papers in various National and International scientific platforms. He delivered invited talks in National and International Seminars, Symposiums, Workshops and Conferences. He has received various awards such as 'Best Teacher Award', 'Best Paper Presentation Award', 'Research Excellence Award', 'Best Paper Publication Award', 'Outstanding Teacher Award' and others. He was heading the faculty of pharmacy, DIT University Dehradun. Currently, he is working with DIT University, Dehradun as Professor of Pharmacology and Head, IPR Cell. He is one of the most popular professor among his students. 

Ajay Kumar Gupta, an Educationist & Researcher in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences, is having experience of more than two decades, at the present time he is serving School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (formerly University Institute of Pharmacy), CSJM University (a UP State University), Kanpur, which is one of the premier and pioneering pharmacy institute. He earned several accolades and recognitions from number of esteemed associations/societies including Fellow-Membership of International Science Congress Association, International Congress of Chemistry & Environment, Fellowship of Blue Planet Society; Life Membership: Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA), Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), Indian Pharmacy Graduates Association (IPGA), PRAYATNA, Society of Pharmacognosy, Society of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Asian Biological Research Foundation. He is also Associate Editor/Editorial Board Member of several International and National journals; guided number of M.Pharm and PhD scholars. He has published many International and Indian patents, research articles in peer reviewed indexed journals. He is recognized as one of the BEST TEACHERS in the country by the G.M. Council, honored by the Vice chancellor of C.S.J.M. University and the District Magistrate of Kanpur, as well. He is a recipient of various awards viz. Outstanding Faculty Award, Adarsh Vidya Saraswati Rashtriya Puruskar (National Award of Excellence), Bharat Excellence Award, Excellent Faculty Award, Outstanding Achievement Award, Atal Samrasta Award, Eminent HoD of the year Award, Incredible Academician Award, Best Academician Award and Amrit Youth Icon Award.