Immunology
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Immunology
Mosby, c1998
5th ed
Available at / 48 libraries
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Prefectural University of Hiroshima Library and Academic Information Center
491.8/Ma39101019361
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University Library for Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo図
491.8:R62:5th-ed5019856060
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This ground-breaking student text has established itself as the first choice in immunology textbooks the world over. Immunology, Fifth Edition retains this excellent reputation in what is one of the fastest moving and most challenging areas of science. Immunology and all its ancillaries have been revised in a two year cycle to ensure that the information provided is the most current available. The hallmark of this textbook has been both its concise text which describes immunologic mechanisms and their importance, and its effective four-colour artwork program. The combination of these features help to make the structures, processes and interactions of the immune system as easily comprehensible to students as possible. Improvements to overall style and better pedagogy have also greatly improved the accessibility of the information.
Features: * Over 600 superb quality artworks present difficult concepts in a clear and logical manner * World renowned editorial and contributor team for * Exceptional 4-colour artworks explain complex material * Concise, well written text has been professionally edited for consistency across chapters * Chapter Objectives * Summary Headings * Critical Thinking Questions New to this edition: * New topics will be added to cover material from the cutting edge of medical and science courses: * "Neuroendocrine immunology" will be added to the Regulation of Immune Response chapter * "Nutrition and Immunity" will be added to the Immunodeficiency chapter * There will be significantly increased coverage of AIDS in the Immunodeficiency chapter * Quality of photos has been improved with new images * Update terminology that is no longer commonly in use * Updated references citing current literature reflecting changes in a constantly advancing discipline * 'Overview' figures made to stand out on the page making them more accessible to the student
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to the Immune System 2. Cells Involved in the Immune Response 3. The Lymphoid System 4. Complement 5. Cell Migration and Inflammation 6. Antibodies and their Receptors 7. T-Cell Receptors and MHC Molecules 8. The Generation of Diversity 9. Antigen Recognition 10. Antibody Response 11. Cell-Mediated Immune Reactions 12. Development of the Immune System 13. Regulation of the Immune Response 14. Immunological Tolerance 15. Evolution of Immunity 16. Immunity to Viruses 17. Immunity to Bacteria and Fungi 18. Immunity to Protozoa and Worms 19. Vaccination 20. Tumour Immunology 21. Primary Immunodeficiency 22. Secondary Immunodeficiency 23. Hypersensitivity Type I 24. Hypersensitivity Type II 25. Hypersensitivity Type III 26. Hypersensitivity Type IV 27. Transplantation and Rejection 28. Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Disease 29. Immunological Techniques
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