Textbook of Immunology

Book excerpt: This new edition has been fully revised to provide the most up to date information in the field of immunology. Beginning with a brief history of the subject, the following chapters cover all aspects of immunology, from basic immunity and antigens, to immunodeficiency disorders including HIV, tumour immunology, and transplantation immunology. This concise second edition is highly illustrated with detailed graphics, colour diagrams, charts and tables, and each chapter features study questions and suggestions for further reading. Key points Fully revised, second edition, providing latest information on complete field of immunology Highly illustrated with graphics, diagrams, charts and tables Study questions and further reading suggestions included in each chapter Previous edition published in 2007