Master practical lab techniques for infection, immunity, and targeted therapy in one authoritative guide.
This text offers clear, step-by-step methods and clinical context for understanding immune reactions, serologic tests, and complement-fixation work in infectious disease diagnosis. It emphasizes careful technique, interpretation, and the connection between lab results and patient care.
This edition frames procedures around real-world problems, with detailed experiments and discussions that help you apply concepts in a clinical setting. It covers diagnostic reagents, antigen preparation, and how to read results with an eye for accuracy and safety.
- Real-world laboratory procedures for hemolysis and serum testing
- How to prepare and standardize bacterial antigens for diagnostic use
- Interpretation of Wassermann and related complement-fixation reactions
- Guidance on clinical implications and when to treat based on test results
Ideal for students and professionals in medicine, microbiology, and immunology seeking a solid, practical reference on infection, immunity, and specific therapy.