Histology and Cell Biology: An Introduction to Pathology

Abraham L. Kierszenbaum and Laura L. Tres, 2025

Overview

Histology and Cell Biology: An Introduction to Pathology, Sixth Edition integrates microscopic anatomy with cell biology, general pathology, and physiology, offering a comprehensive approach to understanding the complexities of the human body at a cellular level. This edition continues to set the standard for students navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of molecular-oriented medicine. The book emphasizes the crucial links between pathological conditions and foundational sciences, enabling students to build a robust clinical knowledge base while mastering the structure and function of normal organs. It uses full-color illustrations, diagrams, photomicrographs, and pathology photos integrated on every page to enhance understanding.

The text incorporates updates reflecting current terminology, basic science, and clinical concepts. Each chapter begins with new material designed to assist students in using the microscope to explore the architectural complexity of tissues and organs. Primers in most chapters offer a practical integration of histology, cell biology, and pathology, clarifying the relationships between basic and clinical sciences. Essential Concepts at the end of each chapter highlight relevant issues, aiding in study and review for in-course and board examinations. The book also identifies clinical terms throughout the text and lists all clinical boxes in the table of contents for quick reference.

Who it's for

• Medical students seeking a comprehensive understanding of histology and cell biology.
• Students preparing for board examinations in pathology and related fields.
• Instructors looking for an integrated textbook that combines basic science with clinical applications.
• Researchers needing a reference guide to the microscopic structure and function of tissues and organs.
• Anyone interested in the intersection of cell biology, histology, and pathology.

Key features

• Provides comprehensive updates reflecting current terminology, basic science, and clinical concepts.
• Includes introductory material at the beginning of each chapter to aid in microscopic analysis.
• Features primers in most chapters for integrating histology, cell biology, and pathology.
• Highlights essential concepts at the end of each chapter for study and review.
• Uses a light green background to identify essential histology concepts.
• Identifies clinical terms throughout the text and lists clinical boxes in the table of contents.
• Offers concept mapping animations online to supplement in-class instruction.
• Includes an eBook version with access to all text and figures, search functionality, and customization options.
• Published by Elsevier.
• Features 824 pages.
• Available in paperback format.
• The dimensions are 283x218 mm and it weighs 1780 grams.