Immunology: Textbook

Raim Musayevich Khaitov - 2021

Overview

This textbook offers essential information on the structure and functions of the immune system under both normal and pathological conditions. It details innate immunity and the mechanisms of adaptive immunity formation at organismal, cellular, and molecular levels. The book covers immune cell populations, immune receptor structures, intracellular signaling pathways, the major histocompatibility complex (MHC), genetic control of immunity, and immunological memory. It also reviews immune deficiencies, allergic diseases, and autoimmune diseases, along with an overview of the clinical use of immunotropic drugs.

Who it's for

• Medical students
• Individuals studying immunology
• Healthcare professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge

Key features

• Language: English
• 272 pages
• Hardcover binding
• ISBN: 9785970458617
• Publisher: GEOTAR-Media
• Year: 2021