Pathologists Abbas (U.of California-San Francisco) and Lichtman (Harvard U.) update their textbook for an introductory course in immunology, for both medical and undergraduate students. They incorporate recent developments in the specialty, and continue to hone the presentation to make it as useful as possible for both students and teachers. Among the topics are innate immunity, cell-mediated immune responses, effector mechanisms of humoral immunity, immunological tolerance and autoimmunity, immune responses against tumors and transplants, and congenital and acquired immunodeficiencies. A PIN code under a scratch-off pad allows readers access to associated resources online. Four previous editions are cited, between 2001 and 2009. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
This updated 3rd edition of Basic Immunology provides a readable and concise introduction to the workings of the human immune system, with emphasis on clinical relevance. The format makes learning easy with short, easy-to-read chapters, color tables, key point summaries, and review questions in every chapter. You'll get the latest coverage on regulatory T cells, biology of the Th17 subset of CD4+ T cells, and more. The full-color artwork, comprehensive glossary, and clinical cases are just some of the features that reinforce and test your understanding of how the immune system functions. Student Consult online access lets you search the full text online and pursue further study through integration links.
- Covers the most up-to-date immunology information including regulatory T cells, and biology of the Th17 subset of CD4+ T cells to keep you completely current.
- Features integration links through included STUDENT CONSULT access for more in-depth study.
- Relates basic science to clinical disorders through clinical cases for better application in a real-world setting.
- Provides a full Glossary to keep you on the cutting edge of immunologic terminology.
- Includes appendices summarizing the features of CD Molecules, a handy Glossary, and Clinical Cases that test your understanding of how the immune system functions in health and disease.
- Presents beautiful full-color artwork for enhanced visual learning.
