Immunology

by Hannigan, B. M.; Moore, C. B. T.; Quinn, D. G.

• ISBN13: 9781904842569
• ISBN10: 1904842569
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-06-30
• Publisher: Scion Pub Ltd

Summary

This second edition of Immunology provides readers with the basic concepts of immunology and relates these to the practical applications within medicine and biology. It is therefore an ideal first textbook for students studying biomedical science courses or postgraduate students new to the subject. The entire book has been comprehensively updated and features significantly expanded coverage of, for example: ¿ antigen acquisition and presentation ¿ regulation of acquired immune responses ¿ transplantation and tumour immunology Throughout every chapter the authors have also provided extensive coverage of the applications of immunology to diagnostics in particular. The inclusion of a glossary in this new edition is designed to improve understanding and help students overcome their inherent fear of the complex field of immunology. In addition, this latest edition features two new appendices covering selected cytokines and their functions, and selected CD antigens and their expression, reference material that all those who work in the field will find invaluable. ________________________________________ Contents: 1 The immune response explained 2 Components of the human immune system 3 Innate immune responses 4 Antigen acquisition and presentation 5 Antigen recognition by lymphocytes 6 Generation of acquired immune responses 7 Regulation of acquired immune responses 8 Infection and immunity 9 Transplantation and tumour immunology 10 Hypersensitivities 11 Autoimmune disease 12 Immune deficiency 13 Manipulation of the immune response 14 Immunology: applications Appendices