Immunology A Short Course

Name: Immunology A Short Course
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ISBN: 9780470081587

ISBN-10: 0470081589

ISBN-13: 9780470081587

Edition: 6th 2009

Authors: Richard Coico, Geoffrey Sunshine

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Immunology: A Short Course, Sixth Edition introduces all the critical topics of modern immunology in clear and succinct yet comprehensive fashion. The authors offer a uniquely balanced coverage of classical and contemporary approaches, basic and clinical aspects. As with the previous editions, the strength of the text is in complete review of modern immunology without burdening the reader with excessive data or theoretical discussions.

Book details

List price: $66.95
Edition: 6th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/14/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 416
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.936
Language: English



About the Authors


Contributors


Preface and Acknowledgments



Overview of the Immune System



Elements of Innate and Acquired Immunity



Immunogens and Antigens



Antibody Structure and Function



Antigen-Antibody Interactions, Immune Assays, and Experimental Systems



The Genetic Basis of Antibody Structure



Biology of the B Lymphocyte



The Role of the Major Histocompatibility Complex in the Immune Response



Biology of the T Lymphocyte



Activation and Function of T and B Cells



Cytokines



Tolerance and Autoimmunity



Complement



Hypersensitivity: Type I



Hypersensitivity: Types II and III



Hypersensitivity: Type IV



Immunodeficiency Disorders and Neoplasias of the Lymphoid System



Transplantation



Tumor Immunology



Resistance and Immunization to Infectious Diseases


Glossary


Appendix


Index