The book covers all of the basics of immunology, including chapters on: the origin and function of hemopoietic and lymphopoietic cells; non-specific immunity; antigens; complement; cell receptors and cytokines associated with the immune response; specific immune responses; responses to bacteria, fungi, protozoa, helminths, and tumors. More advanced topics include: an examination of all four hypersensitivity reactions; autoimmunity; immune deficiency diseases; organ transplant and rejection; vaccination and immunization; and immunodiagnostic techniques.
Additionally, the book offers end of chapter glossaries and a cumulative glossary as well as explanatory black and white illustrations.
The book covers all of the basics of immunology, including chapters on: the origin and function of hemopoietic and lymphopoietic cells; non-specific immunity; antigens; complement; cell receptors and cytokines associated with the immune response; specific immune responses; responses to bacteria, fungi, protozoa, helminths, and tumors. More advanced topics include: an examination of all four hypersensitivity reactions; autoimmunity; immune deficiency diseases; organ transplant and rejection; vaccination and immunization; and immunodiagnostic techniques.
Additionally, the book offers end of chapter glossaries and a cumulative glossary as well as explanatory black and white illustrations.
Imprint | Wiley-Blackwell |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | 2010 |
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First published | 2002 |
Authors | Darla J. Wise, G.R. Carter |
Format | Electronic book text |
Pages | 196 |
Edition | 8th Revised edition |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-470-79221-6 |
Barcode | 9780470792216 |
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LSN | 0-470-79221-3 |