Cellular and Molecular Immunology, Updated Edition: With STUDENT CONSULT Online Access - Softcover

Abbas MBBS, Abul K.; Lichtman MD PhD, Andrew H.; Pillai MD PhD, Shiv

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1416031235 ISBN 13: 9781416031239

Publisher: Saunders, 2009

Synopsis

Cellular and Molecular Immunology, by Abul K. Abbas, MBBS, Andrew H. Lichtman, MD, PhD and Shiv Pillai, MD, offers an exceptionally lucid guide to the latest immunology concepts! Readers worldwide have appreciated the book's in-depth yet straightforward, richly illustrated approach to this complex subject. Now, sweeping updates incorporate the latest discoveries about innate immunity, the organization of lymphoid organs, and many other cutting-edge topics. Plus, online access via Student Consult makes this an even more powerful learning resource!

• Clearly explains the experimental observations that form the basis for the science of immunology at the molecular, cellular, and whole-organism levels―and the conclusions that can be drawn from those observations.
• Highlights the implications of immunologic science for the management of human disease, emphasizing the clinical relevance of the material.
• Offers access to the complete contents of the book online at www.studentconsult.com to help students prepare for coursework and exams.

• Innate immunity chapter has been increased and moved to the beginning of the book to reflect how this area is newly recognized as a critical part of immunology.
• New material has been added on:
• recognition of microbial products by cytoplasmic and membrane sensors
• intricate organization of lymphoid tissues
• functional heterogeneity of subsets of dendritic cells and lymphocytes
• roles of regulatory cells and inhibitory pathways in immune regulation.
• Provides a wealth of excellent full-color photographs and illustrations that enable you to visualize immunologic processes quickly.
• Includes highlighted "take-home messages" that make it easy to review key information.
• Features instructor resources such including an Image Collection and new 250 question Test Bank on Evolve

About this title

About the Author:

Abul K. Abbas, MBBS, Distinguished Professor and Chair, Department of Pathology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California

Review:

"Immunology is a hard subject. This book makes it easy! There are many drawings, and this really makes it easier to understand. Also, the authors have made a genius thing by starting the paragraphs with a bolded text giving just the information one need to get an overview. The summaries are good, giving the reader a possibility to get familiar with the chapter before reading it." Medical Student, University of Bergen, Norway

"What we know about the immune system is constantly changing and books are often lacking new details even before they are printed. Dr. Abbas, as senior editor, has made a serious attempt to incorporate this growing body of knowledge in this book. Those who already own the sixth edition might not want to invest in this update, but for those working with the 5th edition or earlier, this may be a good time to upgrade.

Although it is intended for a basic immunology course for medical students, graduate students and dental students could easily make good use of it.

As always Dr. Abbas and his coeditors have provided an excellent source of information about the immune system. The book is readable and the figures illustrate concepts very nicely." - Marion C. Cohen, PhD(University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-NJMS), Doody’s Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1416031235
• ISBN 13: 9781416031239
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 576