- Procedural protocols help you transition from immunology theory to practical aspects of the clinical lab.
- Case studies allow you to apply your knowledge to real-world situations and strengthen your critical thinking skills.Up
- dated illustrations, photographs, and summary tables visually clarify key concepts and information.
- Full-color presentation clearly showcases diagrams and micrographs, giving you a sense of what you will encounter in the lab.
- Learning objectives and key terms at the beginning of each chapter provide measurable outcomes and a framework for organizing your study efforts.
- Review questions at the end of each chapter provide you with review and self-assessment opportunities.
Building on a solid foundation of knowledge and skills, this classic text from trusted author Mary Louise Turgeon clearly explains everything from basic immunologic mechanisms and serologic concepts to the theory behind procedures performed in the lab. This go-to resource prepares you for everything from mastering automated techniques to understanding immunoassay instrumentation and disorders of infectious and immunologic origin. Packed with learning objectives, review questions, step-by-step procedures, and case studies, this text is the key to your success in today's modern laboratory environment.
Key Features
- Procedural protocols help you transition from immunology theory to practical aspects of the clinical lab.
- Case studies allow you to apply your knowledge to real-world situations and strengthen your critical thinking skills.
- Updated illustrations, photographs, and summary tables visually clarify key concepts and information.
- Full-color presentation clearly showcases diagrams and micrographs, giving you a sense of what you will encounter in the lab.
- Learning objectives and key terms at the beginning of each chapter provide measurable outcomes and a framework for organizing your study efforts.
- Review questions at the end of each chapter provide you with review and self-assessment opportunities.
| ISBN | 9780323711937 |
|---|---|
| Product Format | Book |
| Publication Date | 2021 |
| Author Information | By Mary Louise Turgeon, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM, Associate Professor (Adjunct), University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas; Clinical Laboratory Education Consultant, Mary L. Turgeon and Associates, Boston, Massachusetts; St. Petersburg, Florida |
| Table of Content | Part I: Basic Immunologic Mechanisms 1. Highlights of Innate and Adaptive Immune Systems 2. Soluble Mediators of the Immune System 3. Antigens and Antibodies 4. Cellular Activities and Clinical Disorders of Innate and Adaptive Immunity Part II: The Theory of Immunologic and Serologic Procedures 5. Basic Safety in the Immunology-Serology Laboratory 6. Quality Assurance and Quality Control Practices 7. Basic Serologic Laboratory: Techniques and Clinical Applications 8. Precipitation and Particle Agglutination Methods 9. Electrophoresis Techniques 10. Labeling Techniques in Immunoassay 11. Flow Cytometry 12. Molecular Laboratory Techniques Part III: Immunologic Manifestations of Infectious Diseases 13. Infectious Diseases: Overview & TORCH Diseases 14. Streptococcal Infections 15. Syphilis 16. Vector-Borne Diseases 17. Infectious Mononucleosis 18. Viral Hepatitis Part IV: Immune Disorders 19. Primary and Acquired (Secondary) Immune Deficiencies 20. Hypersensitivity Reactions 21. Immunoproliferative Disorders 22. Tolerance, Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Disorders 23. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 24. Rheumatoid Arthritis Part V: Transplantation & Tumor Immunology 25. Transplantation: HLA, Solid Organ, and Hematopoietic Stem Cells 26. Tumor Immunology and Up-to-Date Applications of Next Generation Sequencing Part VI: Vaccines 27. Primer on Vaccines Appendix A: Answers to Case Study Multiple-Choice Questions Appendix B: Answers to Review Questions Appendix C: Origin and Immunoregulatory Activity of Cytokines Bibliography Glossary |
| Publication Date | 04-03-2021 |
| Pages | 572 |
| Trim | 276 x 216 (8 1/2 x 10 7/8) |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| deltacomm1code | Books |
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