Physiology

Definition

Physiology is the study of how the human body functions, encompassing everything from cellular processes to the mechanics of whole organs. It examines both normal bodily functions and the changes that occur during disease.

Related terms

Homeostasis:

The regulation of internal conditions within cells or organisms to maintain stable, life-supporting conditions.

Metabolism:

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that convert food into energy, build and repair tissues, and remove waste products.

Pathophysiology: The study of how normal physiological processes are altered by disease