1define foundational terminology associated with the study of pathophysiology
2 describe the cell (plasma) membrane and the role of membrane proteins
3 compare and contrast passive and active transport mechanisms and their relationship to the structure and function of the plasma membrane
4 explain the function and types of signals used in intercellular communication
5 define signal transduction (st) and explain the difference between first messengers (ligands) and second messengers and their role in st pathways and intracellular events
6 define the adaptive cellular responses: atrophy, hypertrophy, hyperplasia, metaplasia, dysplasia
7 list common etiologic factors associated with cell injury outline the 5 common targets affected in cell injury
8 describe three mechanisms of cell injury: hypoxic, oxidative, and chemical injury differentiate between apoptosis, necrosis, and oncogenesis genetics review outline dna organization and function
9 differentiate between genotype and phenotype.
10 define and give examples of the following genetic terms: gene, chromosomes, allele, homozygous, and heterozygous