Clinical Immunology and Serology - A Laboratory Perspective
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The perfect balance of theory and practice! Here’s the must-have information you need to understand the essential principles of immunology and to master the serology techniques most commonly used in the laboratory. Easy-to-read, student-friendly coverage focuses on the direct application of theory to clinical laboratory practice, preparing you for the real world in which you will practice. The 4th Edition of this popular text has been completely updated and revised throughout to reflect the latest advances in the field. A brand-new full-color layout makes the content easier to understand than ever before. An access code inside new printed texts unlocks a wealth of learning tools online at DavisPlus, including a Davis Digital eBook, review questions, and laboratory exercises that make learning and studying easier. See what students and instructors are saying about previous editions… “I just LOVE this book. This book is written WELL! Short chapters and VERY compact!”— Nadezeda Shcherbakova, Student “Great book. Very easy to use.”— Cheryl L Barela, Student “I love the way the book is organized.”—Wendy Miller, MS, CLS(NSA), MT(ASCP)SI “I enthusiastically support the author’s approach…I think this is a very valuable text…”—Stephen M. Johnson, MS, MT (ASCP) I. Nature of the Immune System 1. Introduction to Immunity and the Immune System 2. Nature of Antigens and the Major Histocompatibility Complex 3. Innate Immunity 4. Adaptive Immunity 5. Antibody Structure and Function 6. . Cytokines 7. Complement System II. Basic Immunological Procedures 8. Safety and Quality Assessment 9. Principles of Serological Testing 10. Precipitation and Agglutination Reactions 11. Immunoassays 12. Molecular Diagnostic Techniques 13. Flow Cytometry and Laboratory Automation III. Immune Disorders 14. Hypersensitivity 15. Autoimmunity 16. Transplantation Immunology 17. Tumor Immunology 18. Immunoproliferative Diseases 19. Immunodeficiency Diseases IV. Serological and Molecular Diagnosis of Infectious Disease 20. Serological and Molecular Detection of Bacterial Infections 21. Spirochete Diseases 22. Serological and Molecular Diagnosis of Parasitic and Fungal Infections 23. Serology and Molecular Detection of Viral Infections 24. Laboratory Diagnosis of HIV Infection 25. Immunization and Vaccines Glossary Answer Key References
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