Subdivisions of Anatomy

A) Gross Anatomy:
Study of body structure by dissecting the cadaver systematically.

B) Surface Anatomy:
It deals with making/outlining of structures on the skin and those hidden by it. A thorough study of a patients body with emphasis on the area of complaint is most helpful in making the correct diagnosis of anatomical causes for the complaint.

C) Development Anatomy (Embryology):
Deals with the study of human conception, intra-uterine growth and development. This forms the basis for the understanding of the adult human body structures, functions and provides anatomical basis of congenital anomalies.

D) Microscopic Anatomy (Histology):
Deals with details of structures that are not visible to the naked eye, by using visual aids such as microscopes. Visualizing these structures require colouring or staining of tissues.

E) Radiological Anatomy:
Deals with the study of the structure of the internal organs using radiological techniques.

F) Applied Anatomy:
Deals with the application of anatomical knowledge to medical and surgical practice.

G) Genetics:
Deals with the study of chromosomes and genes of human cells. This branch of Anatomy explains the genetic basis of various inherited deceases.