2021/2022

2021/2022

DM270

BIO/09 (PHYSIOLOGY)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, NEUROSCIENCE, EXPERIMENTAL AND FORENSIC MEDICINE

SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES

PERCORSO COMUNE

1°

(04/10/2021 - 01/06/2022)

6

48 lesson hours

Fundamental prerequisite is the good knowledge of elements of Anatomy and Biochemistry with particular reference to the topics directly linked to motor function

WRITTEN AND ORAL TEST

PORCELLI SIMONE - 6 ECTS

Fundamental prerequisite is the good knowledge of elements of Anatomy and Biochemistry with particular reference to the topics directly linked to motor function

The Human Physiology course aims at leading the student to learn the main vital processes that take place at the level of specific organs in humans. At the end of this course the student will acquire fundamental knowledge about the functioning of major organs and systems of the human body, and the control systems that regulate their activity.

Human Physiology Program (6 CFU)

1. Introduction to physiology
General concepts
Homeostasis
Organs and tissues

2. Physiology of the cell
Cell membrane
Cytoplasm
Cell organelles
Cell junctions
Passage of molecules through membranes
Receptors and cellular signaling

3. Cellular excitability
Membrane potential
Action potential

4. Nervous system: general
Structure and function of neurons
Synapses and neurotransmitters
Notes on the organization of the nervous tissue
Central and peripheral nervous system
Somoesthesia: receptors and ascending pathways
Nociception: pain and pathways of painful sensitivity
Autonomous nervous system

5. Nervous system: the motor system
Motor control and reflex responses
Motor control and voluntary movement
Motor control and role of the basal ganglia and cerebellum
Motor neuron and control of motor neuron activity
Driving plate

6. Muscle physiology
Skeletal muscle
Organization of skeletal muscle tissue
Mechanism of contraction
Determinants of muscle strength
Determinants of the speed of shortening
Energy basis of contraction
Smooth muscle: anatomy and function

7. Respiratory system
Basics of functional anatomy
Functions of the respiratory system
Pulmonary pressures
Respiratory mechanics
Pulmonary compliance
Static and dynamic lung volumes
Spirometric techniques
Alveolar ventilation
Gas exchanges
Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
Nervous and chemical regulation of respiration

8. Cardiovascular system
Cardiovascular system
Organization and function of the cardiovascular system
Outline of cardiac anatomy
The electric heart
The mechanical heart
The cardiac cycle
Extrinsic and intrinsic regulation of cardiac performance
Electrocardiogram
Coronary circulation and its regulation
Arterial pressure and its regulation
Principles of hemodynamics
Tissue exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide
Hemoglobin saturation curves

Lectures and labs on selected physiological aspects

ZOCCHI L., Principi di Fisiologia. Edises

AA.VV., Fisiologia dell’uomo. Edi.Ermes

AA.VV., a cura di G. D’ANTONA, Attivita' fisica: fisiologia, adattamenti all' esercizio, prevenzione, sport -terapia e nutrizione. Poletto Editore

BM KOEPPEM & BA STANTON, Berne & Levy Fisiologia. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana

GMCARDLE-KATCH-KATCH, Fisiologia applicata allo sport - Aspetti energetici, nutrizionali e performance. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana

Written test with multiple choices and open questions aimed to verify the comprehension of key aspects, followed by oral examination. Students will be admitted to oral examination only if a required standard (a score equal to or greater than 18) from the written test is obtained.
For the purposes of further verifying the student's comprehension, particular importance will be given to description of graphs / diagrams regarding fundamental functions taken into consideration during classes

The Professor can be contacted via email and receives students at his office located in the headquarters of the Department of Molecular Medicine of the University of Pavia, via Forlanini 14, 27100 Pavia. Please reserve an appointment in advance.