Histology is one of the fundamental disciplines of (bio)medical sciences. The aim of the Histology II course is to describe the histology of each organ in the body and to correlate its tissue structure with the function of the organ. At the end of the course, the student will have acquired the following notions - knowledge of the tissue and cell structure of each organ in a normal context - structure-function linkage - acquisition of a scientific vocabulary used in morphological sciences - identification of an organ removal on the basis of precise morphological criteria
As regards the theoretical part, the student is expected to : • know the cellular and tissue characteristics of each organ • knows the role and function of tissues within an organ and intrinsically relates to the function/physiology of the organ • replace the histology course in all biomedical disciplines and be able to create links with anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, anatomo-pathology, immunology, ... In the practical part, the student is expected to be able to identify an organ by microscopic observation alone, within a reasonable time. To achieve this goal, the student will have to progressively initiate himself to the method of differential diagnosis and will have to be able to justify his diagnostic reasoning by means of morphological criteria.
The various chapters deal with the major systems (see Table of Contents), describing the micro-anatomy of each organ, the relationship between cell/tissue structure and organ function. Potential interactions between systems, elements of physiology, pathophysiology and recent data from biochemistry, molecular biology, immunohistochemistry or genetics that may explain certain regulations or deregulations will also be presented.
Blood and hematopoiesis - Cardiovascular system - Respiratory system - Immune organs - Digestive system - Osteo-articular system - Endocrine system - Urinary system - Male genital system - Female genital system - Gestation & Lactation
The practical work illustrates in a practical, didactic and interactive way the cells, tissues and organs covered during the theoretical course. The microscope and a collection of histological slides are the main tools for acquiring histological skills but can be supplemented by diagrams, illustrations from reference books or the student's pen. The computer support www.histology.be offering a library of digitized microscopic images is a powerful educational tool allowing the student to complete his study in the field. The order of the Practical Work sessions respects the order of the theoretical course lessons, subject to a slight time lag necessary for the assimilation and understanding of the material. Participation in the practicals is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended. As a reminder, the overall assessment of this teaching unit involves an exam on the practical work part, the grade of which influences the overall grade (see Assessment methods).
Assessment method: The evaluation will take the form of an oral examination in front of examiners and microscope, preceded by a preparation time. The assessment will include a theoretical part and a practical work part (TPs). The exact terms of the assessment are subject to change when drawing up the exam schedules, depending on the practical constraints that the faculty administration may face, or in the event of illness/force majeure/encroachment with an internship, preventing the student from taking his exam on the date originally scheduled. Score calculation: The result of the theoretical exam gives the numerical value (X/20) which serves as the basis for calculating the final mark. This calculation depends on the result obtained during an exam on the practicals. A successful lab result (10 or more/20) at least 3 points higher than the score obtained in theory (i.e. X+3/20) increases the latter by 1 point (final score = X+1/20). A successful lab result (10 or more/20) at least 6 points higher than the score obtained in theory (i.e. X+6/20) increases the latter by 2 points (final score = X+2/20). However, a failed TP result of 9/20 penalizes the final score by 1 point (X-1/20), 8/20 penalizes it by 2 points (X-2/20), 7/20 penalizes it 3 points (X-3/20), 6/20 penalizes it by 4 points (X-4/20) and so on. Special cases and exemptions: In case of impossibility to present the examination for justified reason (force majeure, medical certificate), the student will request the holder (and the secretariat) who will convene him at a later date, within the deadlines provided by the R.E.E. The student who has not validated the credits of the Teaching Unit but who has obtained a mark equivalent to or greater than 10/20 in one or the other Learning Activity is automatically granted a partial exemption (DIPA ) for the Learning Activity concerned within the same academic year. However, the student may waive the benefit of the DIPA in order to try to improve his result by attending the Learning Activity. By taking this responsibility, if the outcome leads to a less favorable result, the student cannot claim the right to his initial grade.
*Human History. Stevens - Lowe (De Boeck) *Histology and Cell Biology - Kierszenbaum (De Boeck) *Immunology. Roitt - Brostoff - Male (De Boeck) *Fundamentals of Basic and Clinical Immunology - Abbas and Lichtman (Campus Reference)
| Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Medicine | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Medicine | Standard | 1 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences | Standard | 2 | 5 |