Veterinary Immunology : An Introduction

Published by Elevier, Noida, 2009

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Contents 1. The defense of the body. 2. How inflammation is triggered. 3. Neutrophils and their products. 4. Macrophages and the later stages of inflammation. 5. The complement system. 6. Cell signaling cytokines and their receptors. 7. Antigens triggers of acquired immunity. 8. Dendritic cells and antigen processing. 9. The major histocompatibility complex. 10. Organs of the immune system. 11. Lymphocytes. 12. Helper T cells and their response to antigen. 13. B cells and their response to antigen. 14. Antibodies soluble antigen receptors. 15. How antigen binding receptors are made. 16. T cell function and the destruction of cell associated invaders. 17. Regulation of acquired immunity. 18. Immunity in the fetus and newborn. 19. Immunity at body surfaces. 20. Vaccines and their production. 21. The use of vaccines. 22. Acquired immunity to bacteria and fungi. 23. Acquired immunity to viruses. 24. Acquired immunity to parasites. 25. Type I hypersensitivity. 26. Red cell antigens and type II hypersensitivity. 27. Immune complexes and type III hypersensitivity. 28. Type IV hypersensitivity delayed hypersensitivity. 29. Organ graft rejection. 30. Resistance to tumors. 31. Autoimmunity general principles. 32. Organ specific autoimmune diseases. 33. The systemic immunological diseases. 34. Primary immunodeficiencies. 35. Secondary immunological defects. 36. Drugs and other agents that affect the immune system. 37. The evolution of the immune system. 38. Immunodiagnostic techniques. Appendices i. Annotated list of selected CD molecules. ii. Some selected cytokines. Glossary. Since 1977 this outstanding book has been the immunology reference of choice thanks to its straight forward presentation of basic principles of immunology and comprehensive information on the most significant immunological diseases and responses seen in domestic animals. This meticulously updated new edition explores the latest advances in the field and provides a wealth of clinical examples that clarify important concepts and illustrate practical applications. Logically organised by mammal species in phylogenic order this authoritative reference features Detailed information on newly identified cytokines CD molecules and IgA receptors. In depth coverage of the latest data on such topics as the functions of T cells the effects of nematodes on eosinophils and DNA vaccines against West Nile virus and canine melanoma. Discussions of emerging diseases such as Stevens Johnson syndrome hemophagocytic syndrome and autoimmune sarcolemmal disease in dogs as well as common variable immunodeficiencies and immune mediated polysynovitis in horses. Expanded coverage of complement and its critical importance to innate immunity. Cutting edge information on the receptors of NK cells. Additional content on antibacterial peptides and their role in inflammation and innate immunity. Convenient at a glance access to a comprehensive list of cytokines. 574 pp.…

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Title
Veterinary Immunology : An Introduction
Author
Ian R Tizard
Publisher
Elevier, Noida
Publication year
2009
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Paperback
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Eighth Edition

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