{"product_id":"immunology-serology-in-laboratory-medicine-paperback-9780323711937","title":"Immunology \u0026 Serology in Laboratory Medicine (Paperback) 9780323711937","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eImmunology \u0026amp; Serology in Laboratory Medicine\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cp\u003eGain a strong foundation in immunology and serology with this comprehensive text\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eMary Louise Turgeon (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780323711937\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback, published 30 April 2021\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e584 pages\u003cbr\u003e27.6 x 21.6 x 3.6 cm, 1.43 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e \u003cli\u003eProcedural protocols \u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ehelp you transition from immunology theory to practical aspects of the clinical lab. \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase studies\u003c\/b\u003e allow you to apply your knowledge to real-world situations and strengthen your critical thinking skills.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUpdated illustrations, photographs, and summary tables\u003c\/b\u003e visually clarify key concepts and information.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull-color presentation\u003c\/b\u003e clearly showcases diagrams and micrographs, giving you a sense of what you will encounter in the lab.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLearning objectives and key terms\u003c\/b\u003e at the beginning of each chapter provide measurable outcomes and a framework for organizing your study efforts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReview questions\u003c\/b\u003e at the end of each chapter provide you with review and self-assessment opportunities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e \u003cli\u003eNEW! \u003ci\u003eHighlights of Immunology\u003c\/i\u003e chapter \u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003epresents a clear, accessible, and easy-to-understand introduction to immunology that will help you grasp the complex concepts you need to understand to practice in the clinical lab. \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003eStronger focus on\u003cb\u003e molecular laboratory techniques.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003eTen chapters include\u003cb\u003e COVID-19 related topics\u003c\/b\u003e, including Primer on Vaccines chapter covering newer vaccine production methods focusing on DNA and RNA nucleic acids and viral vectors, and covering eight different platforms in use for vaccine research and development against SARS-CoV-2 virus. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003eAll chapters include\u003cb\u003e significant updates based on reviewer feedback.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003ci\u003eKey Concepts\u003c\/i\u003e interwoven throughout each chapter \u003c\/b\u003ehighlight important facts for more focused learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Basic Immunologic Mechanisms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Highlights of Innate and Adaptive Immune Systems\u003cbr\u003e2. Soluble Mediators of the Immune System\u003cbr\u003e3. Antigens and Antibodies\u003cbr\u003e4. Cellular Activities and Clinical Disorders of Innate and Adaptive Immunity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: The Theory of Immunologic and Serologic Procedures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Basic Safety in the Immunology-Serology Laboratory\u003cbr\u003e6. Quality Assurance and Quality Control Practices\u003cbr\u003e7. Basic Serologic Laboratory: Techniques and Clinical Applications\u003cbr\u003e8. Precipitation and Particle Agglutination Methods\u003cbr\u003e9. Electrophoresis Techniques\u003cbr\u003e10. Labeling Techniques in Immunoassay\u003cbr\u003e11. Flow Cytometry\u003cbr\u003e12. Molecular Laboratory Techniques\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Immunologic Manifestations of Infectious Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e13. Infectious Diseases: Overview \u0026amp; TORCH Diseases\u003cbr\u003e14. Streptococcal Infections\u003cbr\u003e15. Syphilis\u003cbr\u003e16. Vector-Borne Diseases\u003cbr\u003e17. Infectious Mononucleosis\u003cbr\u003e18. Viral Hepatitis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Immune Disorders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e19. Primary and Acquired (Secondary) Immune Deficiencies\u003cbr\u003e20. Hypersensitivity Reactions\u003cbr\u003e21. Immunoproliferative Disorders\u003cbr\u003e22. Tolerance, Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Disorders\u003cbr\u003e23. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus\u003cbr\u003e24. Rheumatoid Arthritis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Transplantation \u0026amp; Tumor Immunology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e25. Transplantation: HLA, Solid Organ, and Hematopoietic Stem Cells\u003cbr\u003e26. Tumor Immunology and Up-to-Date Applications of Next Generation Sequencing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: Vaccines\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e27. 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