Includes index.

1. Methods -- 2. The cell cytoplasm -- 3. The cell nucleus -- 4. Tissues : concept and classification -- 5. Epithelial tissue -- 6. Connective tissue -- 7. Cartilage -- 8. Bone -- 9. Adipose tissue -- 10. Blood -- 11. Muscle tissue -- 12. Nerve tissue -- 13. Cardiovascular system -- 14. Lymphatic system -- 15. Integumentary system -- 16. Digestive system I : oral cavity and associated structures -- 17. Digestive system II : esophagus and gastrointestinal tract -- 18. Digestive system III : liver, gallbladder, and pancreas -- 19. Respiratory system -- 20. Urinary system -- 21. Endocrine organs -- 22. Male reproductive system -- 23. Female reproductive system -- 24. Eye -- 25. Ear.

"Features and highlights of Histology: a Text and Atlas, the Fifth Edition: updated cell and molecular biology content reflects the latest progress in the field; two separate chapters on the cell highlight the cytoplasm and related organelles and the nucleus and its function - these chapters include the latest information on the cell cycle and its regulation; reader-friendly innovations such as full-sentence headings help make more economical use of text, underscoring the most pertinent information; updated and improved Clinical Correlations and Functional Considerations boxes highlight clinical information related to symptoms, histopathology, and treatment of disease and the functional aspects of histology; a table demonstrating staining techniques located on the inside cover of the book provides a handy visual reference; a consistent color coding system used throughout the artwork that serves as a visual memory tool; and high-resolution digital photomicrographs in the text chapters and additional clinical pictures give greater emphasis to clinical information covered in the Clinical Correlations boxes."--BOOK JACKET.