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Systemic anatomy

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Systemic anatomy is the study of the body's systems, such as the respiratory, digestive, or nervous systems, examining how each system's organs and structures function together. It focuses on understanding the body by looking at individual systems as a whole rather than in isolation.