Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine, 5e

Mary Louise Turgeon EdD MLS(ASCP)CM (Author)n?nThe 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.nnFull-color, six-page insert of photomicrographs?provide a better picture of what you?ll see in the laboratory.nLearning objectives?at the beginning of each chapter offer a measurable outcome you can achieve by completing the material.nChapter highlights?at the end of each chapter provide a summary of the most important information covered in each chapter.nReview questions?at the end of each chapter are tied to learning objectives further enhance your understanding.nCase studies?challenge you to apply your knowledge and help strengthen your critical thinking skills.nGlossary?at the end of the book provides quick access to key terms and definitions.nNEW! Expanded chapter on Vaccines?as the importance of vaccines continues to become more evident.nNEW! Updated chapter on?Molecular Techniques?incorporates the newest technology specific to immunology.nNEW!?Key terms?at the beginning of each chapter help you learn the important vocabulary in immunology.nNEW! Case studies?with added multiple-choice questions in addition to critical thinking questions will help you apply your knowledge and develop critical-thinking skills.nnnProduct DetailsnnnSeries:?IMMUNOLOGY & SEROLOGY IN LABORATORY MEDICINE ( TURGEON)nHardcover:?584 pagesnPublisher:?Mosby; 5 edition (March 1, 2013)nLanguage:?EnglishnISBN-10:?0323085180nISBN-13:?978-0323085182