Textbook of Immunology

The book provides in-depth but concise coverage of all the major topics of immunology in simple and lucid manner. The text of the book is illustrated with simplified well-labelled diagrams and pictures to make the subject easily understandable and interesting to read for students. Extensive cross-referencing between chapters is used to reinforce and broaden the understanding of the core concepts of immunology. This book might be an ideal source of comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date information for those who work in the field of immunology.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of key concepts in immunology
• Extensive coverage of the composition of the immune system, antigens and immunogens
• Detailed explanation of antigen and antibody interaction and major histocompatibility complex
• Description of cell mediated immunity and cytotoxicity
• Clear and logical format with easy and accessible information

Contents:

• Basics of Immunity
• Composition of Immune System
• Antigens and Immunogens
• Antigen Determinants
• Antigen and Antibody Interaction
• Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC)
• Complement System
• Regulation of Adaptive Immune Responses
• Cell-Mediated Immunity and Cytotoxicity
• Allergic Reactions or Hypersensitivity
• Autoimmunity
• Immunity to Infections and Tumours
• Immunology of Graft Rejection or Transplant Rejections
• Cytokines

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