How the Immune System Works

Sompayrac, Lauren M.

Book Information
Edition:	3rd
Publisher:	Blackwell Publishing
ISBN:	1-4051-6221-X (140516221X)
ISBN-13:	978-1-4051-6221-0 (9781405162210)
New Edition:	0-470-65729-4
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2008
Publish Date:	03/08
Weight:	1.06 Lbs.
Pages:	144
Carton Quantity:	32
Subject Class:	AIM (Allergy and Immunology)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Doody Star Rating:	4
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Table Of Contents:	View
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Micro/Immuno
Subject Definition:	Immune System-Physiology; Immune System-Physiopathology
NLM Class:	QW 504
LC Class:	QR181
Abstract:	The immune system has evolved as a protection from pathogenic attack. It is immensely complicated and our appreciation of this complexity increases year on year as new research reveals yet more secrets. Understanding the immune system is crucial for both medical and bioscience students. There are many books out there that offer in-depth introductions to the subject, but none that offers such a personable and practical overview of the nuts and bolts of the immune system as "How the Immune System Works".This third edition of "How the Immune System Works" provides a perfect introduction to the essential principles of the immune system, covered in humorous but highly informative 'lectures'. It is perfect as exam-prep review or an enjoyable overview of a difficult subject. New features of this edition include: more material on cancer and immune system; expanded coverage of immune system regulation with a new chapter 'Turning off the immune response'; and a new chapter on Immunological memory and vaccines.

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