Answer
The hierarchy of methods for studying the structure of the body comprises gross anatomy, histology, cytology and ultrastructural anatomy.
Work Step by Step
Gross anatomy involves visual inspection, palpation and dissection of the whole body or organism. Histology, also called microscopic anatomy, is the examination of tissues-- stained or unstained-- under a light microscope. Cytology is the examination of the structure (and functions) of whole cells. Ultrastructural anatomy is the study of cellular organelles and molecules under electron microscopy.
