Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073403717
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-371-7

Chapter 1 - Major Themes of Anatomy and Physiology - Study Guide - Testing Your Comprehension - Page 26: 3

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Anatomical Variation

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The standard human anatomy we encounter while studying anatomical schemes in books is the anatomy seen in about 70% or more of people. Some of the variations from the rest 30% are of serious clinical importance, influencing life and treatment of people who have it. The infants born with heart defects are an example of an impact that anatomical differences make to one's wellbeing. The information about anatomical variations is to be found on p. 13
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