Clinical Immunology and Serology: A Laboratory Perspective (CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY AND SEROLOGY (STEVENS))

A practical introduction to clinical immunology, covering essential theoretical principles along with serology techniques most commonly used in the lab. This edition includes case studies, to make each chapter a concentrated learning exercise, presenting theory and then detailing procedures. Colour plates demonstrate visually what is expected in the lab and an entirely new chapter, "Overview of Antigen-Antibody Reactions and Basic Safety Considerations", presents the updated OSHA regulations as they apply to the clinical immunology lab. Another new chapter, "Molecular Biology Techniques", explains methods of current molecular testing (DNA testing) as it relates to clinical immunology. The text also provides chapter outlines, multiple-choice review questions (with answer keys), chapter summaries and lab exercises to illustrate key concepts in each chapter. The book follows a pedagogical structure which supports students' learning.