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The most concise, comprehensive, and up-to-date medical microbiology & immunology review!Gives students the high-yield information they need to prepare for the USMLE Step 1 and course exams. Completely updated throughout, the new edition covers developments in HIV, hepatitis, smallpox, SARS, and more. Features case discussions, USMLE-style questions, and a USMLE-style practice exam. ... Read more

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Too confusing
The immunology section of this book is the most convoluted reading I have had in all my readings for the step 1.Frankly, the figures are far superior in explaining what the author is trying to convey.Maybe this book was helpful for others but it just frustrated me and did not expand any more than what was already more concisely described in first aid.Bottom line, not worth the time.

execllent
the immunlogy section is extra ordinary with concise yet comprehensive ! itsimplified not only for usmle but also for medical carrier, so it should study first before the other topics.
I think the book needs more thorough answers for usmle questions as most of us purchase for usmle reviews not for text !

Almost excellent
I love this book but the reason i gave this book 4 stars is just because they didn't bother to correct some mistakes of the seventh edition. In this edition (eighth), on page 41 (Chapter 7) Botton note says: Pseudomonas aeruginosa {endotoxin} has the same mode of action. Refering to Diphtheria toxin. It should be {exotoxin}. Another example (to show you a few) is in the same chapter on page 43 table 7-13, it says:
Nervous system
Gram-positive rods:
Clostridium tetani>>>>inhibit acetylcholine release
Clostridium botulinum>>>>inhibit glycine release
As you can see they are mismatched.
So this book is almost perfect, excellent contents but with a few mistakes in some concepts.

Currently the best Micro Review Book
Yes folks, this is better than Made Rediculously Simple. Well, let me rephrase that. I like this book a lot better. Now dont get me wrong, MRS is a good book and I use both, but if I could only choose one, I would go with this one.

First of all, it just came out this summer. So it does have some recent updates that MRS doesnt have, particularily with the antibiotics. I also think it offers better clinical scenarios and presentations of the various bugs. It is in depth with what you need to know, yet concise at the same time. Ive used it for class, and for board prep. Another thing, is that it doesnt have those silly mnemonics that can often be very far fetched and cumbersome. And yet one more thing, but may sound silly, is that I like the font and layout better. It makes more judicious use of tables as well to drive home key points.

And the best of all, is that it has over 600 USMLE style questions. I thought for the most part, they were indicative of what you will see on the real thing. Last but not least, it also has a great section devoted to medical immunology, so no need to buy another separate book.

So if you have money to get both, do it. But if you are trying to choose between the two, I say get this one. The LANGE Pharm and Board review book is good too. Good luck. ... Read more

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Malaria is still a major global health problem, killing more than 1 million people every year. Almost all of these deaths are caused by Plasmodium falciparum, one of the four species of malaria parasites infecting humans. This high burden of mortality falls heavily on Sub-Saharan Africa, where over 90% of these deaths are thought to occur, and 5% of children die before the age of 5 years. The death toll from malaria is still growing, with malaria-specific mortality in young African children estimated to have doubled during the last twenty years. This increase has been associated with drug resistance of the parasite, spread of insecticide resistant mosquitoes, poverty, social and political upheaval, and lack of effective vaccines.

This collection of reviews addresses many of these important issues of malarial immunity and immunopathology. They are of interest not only to malariologists, but hopefully also to the broader immunological community. Strong interactions with, and feedback from immunologists working in other infectious diseases and in basic immunology will help us to move the field of malaria immunology and therapeutic intervention forward more quickly.

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This book describes the background to Paul Ehrlich's immunological works and theories and delves into the substance of his experiments in great detail. By exploring these early developments in immunology, the book lays the foundation for modern concepts, providing immunologists, biomedical researchers, and students the context for the discoveries in their field.

the selectionist theory of antibody formation
kinetics of primary and secondary antibody response
quantitative methods of measurement of antigens and antibody
demonstration of passive transfer of immunity from mother to foetus ... Read more

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The science underpinning avian immunology is crucial to understanding basic immunological principles and the exceptional features of the avian immune system, as different strategies birds have adopted can provide important evolutionary insights. This book provides the most complete picture of the avian immune system so far. The world-wide importance of poultry protein for the human diet, the threat of an avian influenza pandemic and heavy reliance on vaccination to protect commercial flocks world-wide demonstrates the need to review the important practical lessons in disease control presented here.

* With contributions from 33 of the foremost international experts in the field this book provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive review of avian immunology of the field so far
* Contains a detailed description of the avian innate immune system reviewing constitutive barriers, chemical and cellular responses; it includes a comprehensive review of avian Toll-like receptors
* Contains a wide-ranging review of the 'Ecoimmunology' of free-living avian species, assessing the importance of this subject for studying population dynamics and reviewing the methods and resources available for carrying out such research ... Read more

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• Summarises and reviews the important field of genetic therapy with respect to the latest immunological advances in the lab and clinic
• Unique treatment of immunology and immunotherapy in gene - approached from a vector and target organ point of view rather than from the perspective a specific diseases
• Broad appeal - applicable for  immunology and genetics / gene therapy, recombinant DNA studies, transplantation, virology, cancer research and tumor research

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Each title in the new Integrated series focuses on the core knowledge in a specific basic science discipline, while linking that information to related concepts from other disciplines. Case-based questions at the end of each chapter enable you to gauge your mastery of the material, and a color-coded format allows you to quickly find the specific guidance you need. Bonus STUDENT CONSULT access - included with the text - allows you to conveniently access the book's content online · clip content to your handheld device · link to content in other STUDENT CONSULT titles · and more! These concise and user-friendly references provide crucial guidance for the early years of medical training, as well as for exam preparation.

• Includes case-based questions at the end of each chapter
  
• Features a colour-coded format to facilitate quick reference and promote effective retention
  
• Offers access to STUDENT CONSULT! At www.studentconsult.com, you'll find the complete text and illustrations of the book online, fully searchable · "Integration Links" to bonus content in other STUDENT CONSULT titles · content clipping for handheld devices · an interactive community center with a wealth of additional resources · and much more!

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Best immuno review book for med students!
I am currently a first-year medical student finishing Immunology and this book has helped tie everything together for me. It really helped to focus on the big picture and not get mixed up in little details. I only wish that I had started out the semester with this book. I highly recommend it to anyone that is taking Immunology (or Microbiology) for the first time.

Great clinically relevant review
This is a great review for Step 1 and 2.I really like the integration between Immunology and Microbiology.If only my classes could be integrated this way.I recommend this book if you need a good complete review of Immunology and Microbiology for the USMLE.

Excellent study guide and reference when need to review
This textbook is an excellent review on the fundamental concepts of clinically relevant immunology and microbiology. I purchased the book as a grad student looking for an introduction into both subjects and continue to use the text when I need to refresh on certain aspects of human health and the immune response. The book is relatively short (172 pages) making it ideal as a quick reference guide on the go. The best feature of the book is that the textual descriptions are accompanied by excellent color figures and tables that make it easy to use as a study guide. The last section also contains clinical cases that were helpful in putting the immunology and microbiology portions together in context of human disease. Overall, I suggest the book for college, graduate, and medical students interested in study guides and/or quick reference materials on these subjects. ... Read more

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You'll never find an easier, more efficient, and more focused way to ace immunology and immunology-related questions on the USMLE and course examinations than the USMLE Road Map. Designed to provide maximum learning in minimum time, this completely up-to-date USMLE Road Map offers a concise, creative, and well-illustrated approach to mastering immunology.

The right way - the right questions - the right results

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In recent decades, immunology has been one of the most exciting -- and successful -- fields of biomedical research.Over the past thirty years, immunologist have acquired a detailed understanding of the immune system's unique recognition mechanism and of the cellular and chemical means used to destroy or neutralize invading organisms.This understanding has been formulated in terms of the clonal selection theory, the dominant explanation of immune behavior.That story is the subject of The Generation of Diversity. ... Read more

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This volume reviews advances in the field of human tumor immunology, particularly in relation to the potential for immune intervention in preventing or treating tumors. The editors and contributors, all leading workers in the field, survey advances in the understanding of the relationship between the cancer cell and the immune response.Chapters review in depth the function of immune surveillance and mechanisms of tumor immunity, the role of T lymphocytes and oncogenes in the immune response to cancer, and the potential for immunotherapy of cancer. New areas of tumor immunology are presented, including recent progress in the development of tumor vaccines with particular reference to melanoma. ... Read more

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Immunology is the study of all aspects of the host defence against infection challenge, including the adverse consequences of such defence mechanisms. It is a broad ranging discipline that touches almost all aspects of human health and well-being.

'Immunology: Essential and Fundamental 3E' is the new edition of a text that teaches the ideas and concepts of immunology as well as the facts and the detail. It encourages students to question the obvious and explore the implications of the material they learn.

This new edition is now in full colour throughout, and maintains its pedagogic impact: sidebars present real-life applications, clinicial uses or research material for the interested reader; metaphors and song lyrics link the content to popular culture and daily life, thus enabling the student to think beyond the course parameters and about the overall importance of immunology; and the wide margins, boxes, tables and diagrams ensure that the format is attractive and easy to read.

For the first time 'Immunology: Essential and Fundamental 3E' will have a companion website to offer additional information and to enhance the understanding of the subject. The reader of this book will appreciate the knowledge gained from it, and also the pleasure enjoyed whilst doing the reading.

CONTENTS

1. Introduction 2. Innate or Non-adaptive Immunity 3. Complement 4. Entities of the Adaptive Immune Response: Immunogens 5. Entities of the Adaptive Immune Response: The Lymphoid System 6. Molecules of Adaptive Immune Recognition: Lymphocyte Receptors 7. Molecules of Adaptive Immune Recognition: Antigen Presenting Molecules 8. The Lymphocytes 9. Humoral Immunity 10. Genetic Mechanisms of Immune Diversity 11. Cell-Mediated Immunity 12. Immune Tolerance 13. Transplantation and Transfusion Immunology 14. Autoimmunity 15. Hypersensitivity 16. Cancer and the Immune System 17. AIDS

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State University of New York at Buffalo. New edition of a text for dentistry students and practitioners. Surveys microbial and immunologic diseases of dental origin and diseases with secondary oral manifestations. 30 contributors, 28 U.S. Previous edition 1988. DNLM: Mouth Diseases microbiology. ... Read more

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Recommended by the Medical Library Association.
Recommended in "A Basic List of Recommended Books and Journals for Support of Clinical Dentistry in a Nondental Library" in Bulletin Of the Medical Library Association, July 1997. ... Read more

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Those entering the field of transplantation are frequently unaware of the topics historical roots and even of the background on which modern discoveries in tolerance, histocompabatibility antigens, and xenotransplantation are based. A History of Transplantation Immunology is an account, written by one of the founding fathers of the field, of how tissue and organ transplantation has become one of the most successful branches of late 20th century medicine. The book helps place the work of contemporary scientists into its proper context and makes fascinating reading for immunologists in all stages of their career.

Key Features
* Describes landmarks in immunology and places them in historical context
* Beautifully written by one of the founding fathers of the field
* Portrays the surprising history of events in a colorful and readable manner
* Contains biographical sketches of some of the pioneers
* Illustrates the development of key ideas in immunology--tolerance, graft rejection, and transplantation
* Foreword by Ray Owen ... Read more

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Review of A History of Transplantation Immunology
All knowledge can be traced to its roots, but the task is not an easy one.This magnificent account of the history of transplantation immunology was 7 years in preparation by one of the principal architects of the newscientific discipline.The book is lucidly written, scrupulouslyresearched, and extensively annotated.It is a must read for anyone whowants to know how the field evolved and where it is going. ... Read more

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Immunology: An Illustrated Outline is designed to be used as a concise review and as a pocket-sized, illustrated dictionary of immunology. The book is organized into five sections corresponding to the principal topics of immunology (The Immune System, Antigen Recognition, Immune Responses, Immunopathology and Immunological Techniques) and within these sections, lists of core terms and concepts are followed by short, straightforward definitions. Simple illustrations serve to amplify the text and well-planned design layout makes cross-referencing between definitions easy. An Index of Terms allows the reader to locate quickly the definition being sought and makes this book the only rapid access source of immunological terminology. ... Read more

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Immunology: An Illustrated Outline is a GREAT REVIEW FOR BEGINNERS
I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in having a reference guide that reviews important topics and terms in the field of immunology.It is also a great tool for every student, undergrad and grad to add to their scientific library. ... Read more

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This unique resource is the first covering molecular diagnostic technology that is specifically geared to the needs of those in clinical laboratory sciene or medical technology. This book covers molecular diagnostic technology and the multidisciplinary clinical applications of this technology. Topics include: immunology; infectious and autoimmune diseases; clinical applications of the flow of cytometry; organ transplantation; molecular methods and more. Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology students.

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Not worth two cents
This book is horribly unorganized, information is missing, in some places the authors go into great detail, then leave out a single important concept.Information is scattered throughout the book, nothing seems to be were it should be.As a BS MT student, I should have gone elsewhere. If you teach MT/MLT students, do yourself and them a favor, look at other books.

I urge you to consider choosing another text for instruction
I have taken well over 200 hours of college course work, most which are in the sciences -- this is by far the worst text book I've ever owned.It's rife with errors and inconsistencies.It has no supplemental resources for the student.The figures and illustrations are often unclear or incorrect; more often than not, they do NOT help the reader understand the concept.The "bold word" notion was obviously lost on the authors.All too often, seemingly "key" words will be in bold, but the authors fail to define them anywhere in the text.The index and glossary are far too limited in breadth and depth.The supplied presentation slides and test questions fail in many of the same ways as the book.

Printing quality can also be called into question.The book has only three colors: black, blue, and white.The detail required to understand what's going on in histology slides and micrographs just isn't there.

IF YOU ARE A PROFESSOR/INSTRUCTOR I URGE YOU CONSIDER OTHER HIGHER QUALITY TEXTS.

Clinical immunology is complicated enough; don't make it worse by supplying students with error-filled, typo-ridden texts. ... Read more

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Excellent information
Dr. Jau-Fei Chen has put together a wonderful book, outlining what is possible in our daily lives if we incorporate healthy, whole food plants into our diet.Our immune system are often overlooked, and one might think that taking extra vitamin C may do the trick.Not so.

Dr. Chen has an impressive background, and her credentials are more than enough for anyone to take this book seriously.

The book itself is basic.It doesn't get heavy duty into what makes the immune system what it is, but for the lay person, it's extremely valuable information that will open your eyes to alternatives you can take, and things you can do to avoid heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, just to name a few.

Nicely done. ... Read more

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Serological Services, Ltd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Practical textbook/reference for medical laboratory technology students. DNLM: Allergy and Immunology - laboratory manuals. ... Read more

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Neuroimmunoendocrine aspects of the pathophysiology of rheumatic diseases are presented in this volume, and new approaches to diagnosis and therapeutic intervention are suggested.

Topics presented include gene polymorphisms and the neuroendocrine immune system in rheumatic diseases, anti-TNF strategies and effects on neuroendocrine immune mechanisms in rheumatic diseases, new perspectives on therapeutic use of glucocorticoids, nerve fibers and rheumatoid arthritis, stimulation tests of the stress axes, and sex hormones and lipid metabolism in rheumatic diseases.

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