Immunology

Paperback: 498 pages ; Dimensions (in inches): 0.74 x 9.98 x 7.03
? Publisher: Wiley-Liss; 4th edition (February 15, 2000)
? ASIN: 0471348902
? In-Print Editions: Paperback (5)

The Fourth Edition of Immunology: A Short Course,completely updated on a chapter-by-chapter basis,contains extensive revisions to reflect the many recent advances in our understanding of immunology. This text contains a thorough introduction to immunology and concludes each chapter with review questions. Among the numerous additional features are clinical case scenarios and new, full-color illustrations that have been specially designed for this edition.
Within this edition, particular emphasis is placed on T-and B-cell responses to antigen, antigen processing and presentation, vaccination technology, immunotherapy, and mechanisms responsible for immune disorders. Immunology: A Short Course, Fourth Edition proves itself to be an invaluable tool by offering the most coherent presentation of topics available. Included in this fully revised new edition:
* Two new chapters on cytokines and immune responses to infection
* Updated case scenarios and review questions
* Accompanying Web site with downloadable illustrations and up-to-date CD and cytokine tables
* Full-color interior with all new figures
Immunology: A Short Course, Fourth Edition is the clear choice when searching for a concise and accessible book in modern immunology.