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Required Textbook:
Atlas of Anatomy, 4 ed. by Other Suggested Textbooks, Atlas, and Dissector
Essential Clinical Anatomy, 6e by 
Clinically Oriented Anatomy, 8e by 
Langman's Medical Embryology, 14e by 
Grant's Atlas of Anatomy, 14e by 
Grant's Dissector, 17e by Online Practice Exam
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Course Textbooks:
Behavioral Science in Medicine by 
Behavioral Medicine a Guide for Clinical Practice 5th Edition by 
The Behavioral Sciences and Health Care, 4th ed by Online Practice Exam
Study Guides
Case Files Medical Ethics and Professionalism by 
High-Yield Behavioral Science by Core Textbooks:
Junqueira's Basic Histology: Text and Atlas, Sixteenth Edition by Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. This user-friendly text and atlas combination is filled with clear explanations, art, and micrographs to elucidate key concepts and facilitate learning For more than four decades, this trusted classic has been considered the hands-down best overview of human tissue structure and function. Accessible yet comprehensive, Junqueiras Basic Histology provides everything you need to know about cell biology and histology, integrating the material with that of biochemistry, immunology, endocrinology, and physiology; it provides an excellent foundation for subsequent studies in pathology. It covers all tissues, every organ system, organs, bone and cartilage, blood, skin, and more. Formatted in a way that optimizes the learning process, Junqueira's explains how to study the structures of cells and tissues; the cell cytoplasm and nucleus; and the four basic tissue types and their role in the organ systems. Each chapter includes multiple-choice self-test questions enabling readers to assess their comprehension of important material; some questions utilizing clinical vignettes or cases to provide real-world relevance. Junqueira's is written specifically for students of medicine and other health-related professions, as well as for advanced undergraduate courses in tissue biology--and there is nothing else like it. Features: Self-test questions in every chapter Key points and summary tables highlight key content Clinical correlations presented with each topic Illustrations depict key aspects of cell biology and histology Electron and light micrographs deliver a definitive atlas of cell, tissue, and organ structures Valuable appendix explains light microscopy stains Lab manual alerts readers to see what they are actually reading about in real-life patients; enhanced lab manual available online Links to Junqueira micrographs
Color Atlas and Text of Histology, 7e by Core Note:
Cell Biology and Histology, 8th ed. by Online Practice Exam
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Required Course Textbooks:
Lippincott Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry, 8e by 
Lippincott Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry, 7e by Online Practice Exam
BoardVitals is an interactive, high-quality, and effective board review tool that is available through the UCI Libraries subscription. This is a collection of test banks that can help you to prepare for the USMLE Step 1, 2, 3, and Shelf Exams. For USMLE Step 1, BoardVitals provides access to 3,304 questions in three difficulty levels (Hard, Moderate, and Easy) with 29 subject topics such as "Anatomy", "Behavioral Health", "Biochemistry", "Biostatistics and Epidemiology", etc. Biochemistry includes 164 questions.
Medical Genetics Course Textbooks
Thompson & Thompson Genetics in Medicine, 8th Edition by Online Practice Exam
*BoardVitals USMLE and Shelf Exam Prep [electronic resource]: This resource provides medical students with advanced board preparation and review resources, which includes high yield questions banks and practice exams for USMLE and Shelf Exam. The NBME Shelf Exams question banks have been specifically adapted for the Medical School Student Level. They include thousands of multiple-choice questions (MCQ), vignettes, and long-form questions for use during clerkship rotations. For USMLE Step 1, Genetics includes 145 questions.
Required Course Textbook:
How the Immune System Works, 6e by Recommended Course Text
Janeway's Immunobiology, 9th edition by Study Guides
Online Practice Exam
*Exam Master Online [electronic resource]: USMLE and medical specialty board exams
Available online, access Restricted to UCI. Register individually on site.
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Immunology exam questions are available under two groups in Exam Master: Biomedical Sciences, USMLE Step 1 Medical Subject Review, and the USMLE Step 1 Board Preparation.
[Note: Recently updated, this module is designed to emulate the look and feel of the actual Step 1 exam in accordance with the USMLE blueprint. As with the actual exam, the majority of questions will be case-based, while a small percentage of General Principle, factual recall questions will be available.]
Select Biomedical Sciences, then Immunology (218 questions)
Select USMLE
Click on USMLE Step 1 Medical Subject Review
Click on the side triangle to expand the Basic Sciences (1916 questions)
Click on the side triangle to expand the Immunology (21 questions)
BoardVitals is an interactive, high-quality, and effective board review tool that is available through the UCI Libraries subscription. This is a collection of test banks that can help you to prepare for the USMLE Step 1, 2, 3, and Shelf Exams. For USMLE Step 1, BoardVitals provides access to 3,304 questions in three difficulty levels (Hard, Moderate, and Easy) with 29 subject topics such as "Anatomy", "Behavioral Health", "Biochemistry", "Biostatistics and Epidemiology", etc. For USMLE, Immune System includes 204 questions.
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Costanzo Physiology, Seventh Edition by Through six highly regarded editions, students and instructors alike have come to appreciate Dr. Linda Costanzo's clear, helpful writing style, logical organization, and easy-to-follow presentation of a challenging and complex topic in medical education. Costanzo Physiology, 7th Edition, retains the step-by-step, to-the-point approach that makes this text ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Complex concepts are presented in a simple, easy-to-digest manner, and are accompanied by well-designed figures and tables that provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations. Fully updated throughout, this edition remains the students' choice for concise, clear instruction and a strong foundation in human physiology. Offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand. Presents information in a short, simple, and focused manner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams. Provides step-by-step explanations and easy-to-follow diagrams clearly depicting physiologic principles. Contains new coverage of SARS CoV-2 physiology, renal handling of uric acid, delta/delta analysis is acid-base physiology, endolymph physiology, respiratory distress syndrome, compensatory bronchiolar constriction, and more. Includes high-yield online features such as student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo. Integrates equations and sample problems throughout the text. Features chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points, boxed Clinical Physiology Cases for a more thorough understanding of application, and end-of-chapter questions to reinforce understanding and retention. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
Physiology, Sixth edition by Renowned physiology instructor Dr. Linda Costanzo's friendly, logical, easy-to-follow writing style makes Physiology, 6th Edition ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Well-designed figures and tables provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations, and step-by-step explanations clarify challenging concepts. This full-color, manageably-sized text offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand. Information is presented in a short, simple, and focused manner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams. Chapter summaries and "Challenge Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter provide an extensive review of the material and reinforce understanding and retention. Equations and sample problems are integrated throughout the text. Student ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book as well as new materials (outlined above) designed to produce a more rounded learning experience. NEW! More Clinical Physiology Case Boxes relate to pathophysiology for a clinical context. Student Consult access includes high-yield student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and NEW video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo.Study Guides
The week before the exam
BRS Physiology by The day before the exam
Deja Review Physiology, 2nd by Online Practice Exam
BoardVitals is an interactive, high-quality, and effective board review tool that is available through the UCI Libraries subscription. This is a collection of test banks that can help you to prepare for the USMLE Step 1, 2, 3, and Shelf Exams. The USMLE Step 1 provides access to 3,304 questions in three difficulty levels (Hard, Moderate, and Easy) with 29 subject topics such as "Anatomy", "Behavioral Health", "Biochemistry", "Biostatistics and Epidemiology", etc. In USMLE 1, Physiology includes 343 and Cardiovascular System includes 435 questions.
Online Supplemental Texts
Cases and Problems by 
Case Files Physiology, Second Edition by 
Fundamentals of medical physiology by 
Human Physiology by * = UC Irvine access only
Recommended Primary Textbooks
Study Guides
Case Files: Neuroscience 2e / Eugene C. Toy; Evan Yale Snyder, Josh Neman, Rahul Jandial. McGraw-Hill Education. McGraw-Hill Global Education Holdings
Available online: http://casefiles.mhmedical.com/CaseTOC.aspx?gbosContainerID=65&categoryID=40971. Restrict to UCI
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*Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews: Neuroscience / , ,
Available online via the LWW Health Library. Restricted to UCI.
Online Practice Exam
BoardVitals is an interactive, high-quality, and effective board review tool that is available through the UCI Libraries subscription. This is a collection of test banks that can help you to prepare for the USMLE Steps 1, 2, 3, and Shelf Exams. For USMLE Step 1, BoardVitals provides access to 3,304 questions in three difficulty levels (Hard, Moderate, and Easy) with 29 subject topics such as "Anatomy", "Behavioral Health", "Biochemistry", "Biostatistics and Epidemiology", etc.
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