Date Topics Remarks

Nervous System
General classification of nervous system ,classification of
nerve fibers
Synapse , properties of synaptic transmission
Function of neurotransmitters
Functions of neuromodulators
Types & function of sensory receptors
Spinal cord ,ascending tracts
Descending tracts , pyramidal tracts
Extra pyramidal tracts
Applied physiology of spinal cord injuries
Somatosensory system
Somatomotor system
Physiology of pain & its mechanism
Physiology of temperature & its mechanism
Mechanism of tactile sensations
Reflex, reflex activity, normal & abnormal reflexes,
properties of reflexes
Cerebral cortex 1st part
Cerebral cortex 2nd part
Thalamus and its function
Hypothalamus (1st part)
Hypothalamus (2nd part)
Internal capsule + brain stem
Cerebellum and its Functions
Basal ganglia and its function
Limbic system + reticular formations
Production of cerebrospinal fluid
Autonomic nervous system and functions
Muscle spindle and muscle tone
Posture and equilibrium
Physiology of sleep
Epilepsy and Alzheimer’s disease
Physiology of memory
Physiology of speech
Mechanism of temperature regulation
Physiological changes of aging
Significance of dermatomes
Special Senses
Sensation of taste
Sensation of smell
Sensation of hearing
Vestibular apparatus
Structure of eye
Field of vision
Visual pathway
Pupillary reflexes
Color vision
Errors of refraction
Reproduction
Function of male reproductive system and spermatogenesis
Production and function of testosterone
Physiological changes during male reproductive system
Mechanism of erection and ejaculation
Female reproductive system and functions
Ovary, production and function of oestrogen and
progesterone
Menstrual cycle
Physiological changes during female puberty and
menupause
Male and female infertility
Pregnancy and physiological changes in mother
Placenta and functions
Lactation
Neonatal physiology
Contraception
Pregnancy tests
Body fluids and kidneys
Components , quantitative measurement of body fluids,
Fluid compartments and lymph fluid
Structure and function of kidneys
Structure of nephron and juxtaglomerular apparatus
Urine formation, filtration, reabsorption and secretion
Plasma clearance
Mechanism of concentration and dilution of urine
Role of kidney in water and electrolyte balance
Role of kidney in BP regulation
Renal function tests and their significance
Renal failure and dialysis
Hormonal function of kidneys
Micturition, its control and abnormalities
Fluid excess and depletion
Metabolic acidosis and alkalosis