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Veterinary Bioscience: Metabolism (VETS30017)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Using clinical cases to illustrate principles, this subject introduces students to the normal structure and function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems of the domestic animals, the disease processes that may affect these systems, and the causes and potential consequences of such disease. Students will develop skills in the clinical evaluation of the liver, urinary tract and endocrine system, including the selection and analysis of diagnostic tests of hepatic, renal and endocrine function.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast the structure and function of the hepatobiliary, endocrine and urinary systems of different species
  • Explain the processes by which normal function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems may be disrupted, and predict the outcomes of these perturbations
  • Apply an understanding of the principles of pharmacokinetics to predict the effect of administered drugs
  • Apply an understanding of the mechanism of action of drugs that act on the urinary system to explain their use in the treatment of disease
  • Interpret data acquired from clinical cases, and apply understanding of the structure and function of the hepatobiliary, urinary and endocrine systems in order to analyse and interpret clinical problems related to these systems

Last updated: 4 October 2024