Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine

By:

Mary Louise Turgeon Edition , About the author (2013) Kyle Miller MS, MLS (ASCP)CM, MBCM will be joining Mary Lou Turgeon on the 9th edition as Associate Editor. Kyle currently serves as a Clinical Chemistry Specialist for Covenant Healthcare, and has contributed to Immunology & Serology, as well as authored questions on Chemistry, Lab Administration, Hematology, and Microbiology for MediaLab's ASCP BOC exam simulator

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: 3251 Riverport Lane St. Louis, Missouri 63043 Elsevier Health Sciences 2013 Edition: 5th Edition, illustratedDescription: 584 pages Includes bibliographical references and indexISBN:

9780323085182
0323085180

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

616.07’56–dc23

LOC classification:

QW 525]

Contents:

Contents PART II The Theory of Immunologicand Serologic Procedures 103 PART III Immunologic Manifestations of Infectious Diseases 197 PART IV Immune Disorders 347 APPENDIX A ANSWERS TO CASE STUDY MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS 495 Appendix B Answers to Review Questions 498 APPENDIX C REPRESENTATIVE DIAGNOSTIC ASSAYS IN MEDICAL LABORATORY IMMUNOLOGY 502 Glossary 511 Index 537 Turgeon Color Plates legends 569

Summary: The 5th edition of this classic text sets the standard for comprehensive coverage of immunology. Building from a solid foundation of knowledge and skills, trusted author Mary Louise Turgeon takes you from basic immunologic mechanisms and serologic concepts to the theory behind the procedures you'll perform in the lab. Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine, Fifth Edition is the go-to resource 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 your key to succeeding in today's modern laboratory environment. Full-color, six-page insert of photomicrographs provide a better picture of what you'll see in the laboratory. Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter offer a measurable outcome you can achieve by completing the material. Chapter highlights at the end of each chapter provide a summary of the most important information covered in each chapter. Review questions at the end of each chapter are tied to learning objectives further enhance your understanding. Case studies challenge you to apply your knowledge and help strengthen your critical thinking skills. Glossary at the end of the book provides quick access to key terms and definitions. NEW! Expanded chapter on Vaccines as the importance of vaccines continues to become more evident. NEW! Updated chapter on Molecular Techniques incorporates the newest technology specific to immunology. NEW! Key terms at the beginning of each chapter help you learn the important vocabulary in immunology. NEW! Case studies with added multiple-choice questions in addition to critical thinking questions will help you apply your knowledge and develop critical-thinking skills.

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Contents
PART II The Theory of Immunologicand Serologic Procedures 103

PART III Immunologic Manifestations of Infectious Diseases 197

PART IV Immune Disorders 347

APPENDIX A ANSWERS TO CASE STUDY MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS 495

Appendix B Answers to Review Questions 498

APPENDIX C REPRESENTATIVE DIAGNOSTIC ASSAYS IN MEDICAL LABORATORY IMMUNOLOGY 502

Glossary 511

Index 537

Turgeon Color Plates legends 569

The 5th edition of this classic text sets the standard for comprehensive coverage of immunology. Building from a solid foundation of knowledge and skills, trusted author Mary Louise Turgeon takes you from basic immunologic mechanisms and serologic concepts to the theory behind the procedures you'll perform in the lab. Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine, Fifth Edition is the go-to resource 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 your key to succeeding in today's modern laboratory environment.

Full-color, six-page insert of photomicrographs provide a better picture of what you'll see in the laboratory.
Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter offer a measurable outcome you can achieve by completing the material.
Chapter highlights at the end of each chapter provide a summary of the most important information covered in each chapter.
Review questions at the end of each chapter are tied to learning objectives further enhance your understanding.
Case studies challenge you to apply your knowledge and help strengthen your critical thinking skills.
Glossary at the end of the book provides quick access to key terms and definitions.
NEW! Expanded chapter on Vaccines as the importance of vaccines continues to become more evident.
NEW! Updated chapter on Molecular Techniques incorporates the newest technology specific to immunology.
NEW! Key terms at the beginning of each chapter help you learn the important vocabulary in immunology.
NEW! Case studies with added multiple-choice questions in addition to critical thinking questions will help you apply your knowledge and develop critical-thinking skills.

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