
Introductory Immunology
Basic Concepts for Interdisciplinary Applications
- 172 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Introductory Immunology quickly acquaints readers with natural immune responses manifesting in diseases and disorders. The book presents a complete picture of natural defenses to infectious agents, as well as the mechanisms that lead to autoimmune dysfunction. In addition, it examines immunologically based diseases, giving the reader sufficient knowledge to make sound clinical decisions leading to better treatment outcomes.Introductory Immunology is aimed at researchers, postgraduates, or any scientifically inclined reader interested in immunology. No prior expertise in medical, biochemical, or cellular science is needed to benefit from the clear presentation of immunology concepts in this book.- Quick, concise introduction to immunological concepts- Breaks down all of immunology into manageable, logically digestible building blocks- Geared toward readers without medical, biochemical, or cellular expertise
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Table of contents
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Chapter 1. A Functional Overview of the Immune System and Immune Components
- Chapter 2. The Inflammatory Response
- Chapter 3. The B Lymphocyte and the Humoral Response
- Chapter 4. T Lymphocytes: Ringleaders of Adaptive Immune Function
- Chapter 5. How We Defend Against Infectious Agents
- Chapter 6. Basic Disorders of Immune Function
- Chapter 7. Autoimmunity: Regulation of Response to Self
- Chapter 8. The Immune Hypersensitivities
- Chapter 9. Vaccines and Immunotherapy
- Chapter 10. Cancer Immunology
- Chapter 11. Transplantation Immunology
- Chapter 12. Assessment of Immune Parameters and Immunodiagnostics
- Glossary