Autoantibodies

Shoenfeld, Yehuda MD

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Book Information
Edition:	2nd
Publisher:	Elsevier Science Publishing Company
ISBN:	0-444-52763-X (044452763X)
ISBN-13:	978-0-444-52763-9 (9780444527639)
New Edition:	0-444-56378-4
Format:	Textbook
Binding:	Hardcover
Copyright:	2007
Publish Date:	11/06
Weight:	4.29 Lbs.
Pages:	838
Carton Quantity:	6
Subject Class:	AIM (Allergy and Immunology)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 90 days provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
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Class Specifications
Discipline:	Micro/Immuno
Subject Definition:	Autoantibodies; Autoimmune Diseases-Etiology
NLM Class:	QW 575
LC Class:	QR186.82
Abstract:	Autoimmune diseases are characterized by the occurrence of antibodies reacting with self constituents of the body. This exciting new reference is an exhaustive review of the main autoantibodies identified up to now, with particular emphasis on those autoantibodies that display a clinical value. Each chapter is focussed on a single family of autoantibodies by reviewing their historical notes, definition, origin and source(s) of the antigen(s) recognized, genetic associations, pathogenic mechanisms that are mediated, method(s) of detection and clinical utility (disease prevalence/association, diagnostic value, sensitivity and specificity, prognostic value). An ideal reference for anyone involved in the field of autoimmune diseases.