157Detailed source competencies mapped
47Expanded lessons (3 systems)
110Foundation checklists; expansion pending
Source distinction: This crosswalk follows the uploaded January 2026 biomedical reference guide's printed pages 6–13. It is a historical source, not the confirmed current CANRA written-exam blueprint. View current CANRA information.
157 detailed source objectives
Every row is traceable to the guide. Expanded means a dedicated original course lesson is present; it does not mean expert-verified mastery or exam equivalence.
| System | Code | Source competency | Teaching status | Course link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular | 1.01.01 | Embryological development of the cardiovascular system, including the valves and chambers of the heart and the blood vessels. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the heart and blood vessels. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.03.01 | Location and structure of the heart, major vessels, and pericardium. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.03.02 | Location and structure of the heart valves. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.03.03 | Location and branching patterns of coronary arteries. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.03.04 | Anatomical patterns of the peripheral vascular system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.03.05 | Location and structure of microcirculation. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.01 | Function of the heart valves and their associated sounds in relation to the cardiac cycle. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.02 | Pressure, flow and resistance as it relates to the cardiovascular system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.03 | Regulation of ventilation, gas exchange and tissue perfusion. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.04 | Autonomic regulation and electrical conduction of the cardiac muscle. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.05 | Electrical measurement of the heart. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.06 | Forces involved in the circulation of blood and lymph, and the regulation of blood flow. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.04.07 | Physiological adaptive changes related to exercise. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.05.01 | Metabolic pathways of the heart | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie cardiovascular disease processes | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.07.01 | Role of infectious agents involved in cardiovascular disease | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Cardiovascular | 1.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the cardiovascular system | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.01.01 | Embryological development of the organs of the endocrine system | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the endocrine system | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.03.01 | Location and structure of the endocrine organs | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.03.02 | Location and structure of the circulatory pathways of blood related to the endocrine organs | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.04.01 | Mechanisms and functions of endocrine organs. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.04.02 | Hormonal functions, synthesis, release, transport and feedback. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.04.03 | Hormonal changes occurring during puberty. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.04.04 | Hormonal changes occurring during aging. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.04.05 | Physiological adaptive changes related to stress. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.05.01 | Metabolic pathways related to the endocrine system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.05.02 | Synthesis of hormones. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie endocrine disorders. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.07.01 | Role of infectious agents involved in endocrine disorders. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Endocrine | 2.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the endocrine system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.01.01 | Embryological development of the gastrointestinal tract and glands. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract and related organs. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.03.01 | Location and structure of the organs and glands of the gastrointestinal system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.03.02 | Location and structure of the circulatory pathways of blood related to the gastrointestinal system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.04.01 | Mechanisms and functions of the gastrointestinal organs and glands. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.04.02 | Processes and regulation of digestion, absorption, and elimination. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.04.03 | Immune functions of the gastrointestinal system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.05.01 | Structure, absorption, transport, mechanism of action, and function of vitamins and minerals. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.05.02 | Metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.05.03 | Metabolism of essential and non-essential nutrients (fatty acids and amino acids). | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.05.04 | Bilirubin metabolism and detoxification pathways. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie gastrointestinal disease processes. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.07.01 | Role of the microbiome in the processes of digestion, nutrient production, absorption, and elimination. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.07.02 | Role of infectious agents in the gastrointestinal system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Gastrointestinal | 3.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the gastrointestinal system. | Expanded lesson | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.01.01 | Role of stem cells in hematopoiesis. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy and origins of blood cells. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.03.01 | Location and structure of the hematopoietic system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.04.01 | Composition and function of blood cells and plasma. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.04.02 | Synthesis and degradation of blood cells. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.04.03 | Maturation of blood cells. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.04.04 | Mechanisms and regulation of hematopoiesis and hemostasis. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.05.01 | Metabolic pathways related to the hematopoietic system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie hematopoietic disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.07.01 | Role of infectious agents involved in the hematopoietic system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Hematopoietic | 4.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the hematopoietic system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.01.01 | Embryological development of the immune system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the lymphoid organs. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.03.01 | Location and structure of the lymphatic system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.03.02 | Location and structure of the lymphoid organs. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.01 | Processes involved in innate immunity. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.02 | Processes involved in adaptive immunity. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.03 | Functions of cells, antibodies, and cytokines in humoral and cell-mediated immunity. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.04 | Structure and function of histocompatibility antigens and their associated diseases. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.05 | Pathways of cellular and cytokine signaling in response to injury, infection, and foreign bodies. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.06 | Structure, function, and pathways of complement compounds. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.04.07 | Functions and regulation of lymphatic fluid and lymphoid organs. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.05.01 | Metabolic pathways related to the immune system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.05.02 | Biochemistry of synthesis and degradation of lymphatic fluid and its components. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie immunological disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.07.01 | Classification of viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminths based on structural and biological characteristics. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Immune | 5.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the immune system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.01.01 | Embryological development of the ectoderm. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the layers of the skin and dermal-epidermal junction and normal pigmentation. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.02.02 | Microscopic anatomy of nails, hair follicles, and associated structures. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.02.03 | Microscopic anatomy of glands associated with the integumentary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.04.01 | Physiological processes related to injury, including cellular injury and adaptive change. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.04.02 | Temperature regulation and sensory reception. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.04.03 | Absorption and elimination functions of the integumentary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.04.04 | Protective functions of the integumentary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.05.01 | Synthesis of vitamin D in skin. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.05.02 | The role of essential and non-essential nutrients associated with the structure and function of the integumentary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie integumentary disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.07.01 | Characteristics and role of normal flora and role of infectious agents in dermatological conditions. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Integumentary | 6.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the integumentary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.01.01 | Embryological development of the musculoskeletal system including muscle, bone, connective tissue, and joints. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system including muscles, bones, and joints. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.03.01 | Classification, location and structure of the different types of joints in the body. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.03.02 | Origin, insertion, main action, and innervation of the muscles and ligaments of the body. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.03.03 | Classification, location and structure of the bones of the body. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.04.01 | Mechanisms and factors affecting contraction of skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.04.02 | Function of connective tissues of the musculoskeletal system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.04.03 | Physiological adaptive changes to the musculoskeletal system in response to fasting and exercise. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.04.04 | Remodeling and repair of osseous and cartilaginous structures and the nutrients affecting it. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.04.06 | Integrative functions of the musculoskeletal system related to proprioception, posture, venous return, and lymphatic flow. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.05.01 | Metabolic pathways of the musculoskeletal system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie musculoskeletal disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Musculoskeletal | 7.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.01.01 | Embryological development of the neural tube and its derivatives. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of neurons and neuroglia. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.03.01 | Location and structure of the central nervous system and cranial nerves. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.03.02 | Location and structure of the peripheral nervous system and spinal nerves. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.03.03 | Structures involved in special senses. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.03.04 | Pathways of the cerebral blood supply and flow of cerebrospinal fluid. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.01 | Functions and components of the brain and spinal cord. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.02 | Functions and pathways of the cranial nerves. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.03 | Function of the peripheral nervous system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.04 | Pathways and functions of the autonomic nervous system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.05 | Pathways and functions of the somatic nervous system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.06 | Pathways and functions of the special senses and associated structures. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.04.07 | Regulation of synaptic transmission, graded potentials, action potential, and axon conduction. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.05.01 | Metabolic pathways of the neurological system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.05.02 | Neurotransmitter synthesis, function, and degradation. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie neurological disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.07.01 | Infectious agents of the neurological system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Neurological | 8.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the nervous system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.01.01 | Embryological development of the respiratory tract. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the respiratory tract. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.03.01 | Location and structure of the upper respiratory tract. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.03.02 | Location and structure of the thorax in relation to the pleura, lungs, heart, mediastinum, and diaphragm. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.04.01 | Circulation of blood and the flow of air in the lungs. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.04.02 | Regulation of ventilation. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.04.03 | Regulation of gas exchange and tissue perfusion. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.04.04 | Physiological adaptive changes related to exercise and environmental factors. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.04.05 | Non-respiratory functions of the pulmonary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.05.01 | Metabolic pathways of the pulmonary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie pulmonary disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.07.01 | Infectious agents of the pulmonary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Pulmonary | 9.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the pulmonary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.01.01 | Embryological development of the sexual organs, the placenta, and the breast. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.01.02 | Developmental processes related to gametogenesis, implantation, and embryogenesis. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the sexual organs and the breast. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.03.01 | Location and structure of the sexual organs and breast. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.01 | Mechanisms of sexual arousal and response. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.02 | Regulation of hormones related to sexual functions. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.03 | Regulation of menstruation. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.04 | Regulation of oogenesis and spermatogenesis. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.05 | Physiological adaptations related to pregnancy. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.04.06 | Regulation of lactation. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.05.01 | Biochemistry of hormone synthesis and degradation related to sexual functions. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.05.02 | Metabolic pathways of the reproductive system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie reproductive disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.07.01 | Characteristics of infectious agents involved in sexually transmitted infections. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Sexual Health | 10.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the reproductive system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.01.01 | Embryological development of the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.02.01 | Microscopic anatomy of the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.03.01 | Location and structure of the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.04.01 | Circulation of blood in the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.04.02 | Regulation of urinary filtration, re-absorption, and secretion. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.04.03 | Regulation of blood pressure and red blood cell production. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.04.04 | Regulation of fluids, osmolality, electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and pH. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.05.01 | Metabolic pathways of the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.06.01 | Gene expression and consequences of the genetic abnormalities that underlie urinary disease processes. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.07.01 | Infectious agents of the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
| Urinary | 11.08.01 | Pathogenesis and etiology, risk factors, complications, and clinical characteristics of common conditions related to the urinary system. | Foundation checklist only | Open |
Assessment limits: Classroom-style practice scores are not psychometric ability estimates. Questions require independent clinical item review and empirical pilot testing. No official pass score can be inferred.