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Basic Immunology: Functions and Disorders of the Immune System, 6th Edition

Author/Editor: Abul K. Abbas, Andrew H. Lichtman, and Shiv Pillai

Publication Year: 2019

Overview

Basic Immunology: Functions and Disorders of the Immune System, 6th Edition is a concise, highly readable guide that clearly explains the complex mechanisms driving human immunity and immune-mediated diseases. Authored by renowned immunologists Abul K. Abbas, Andrew H. Lichtman, and Shiv Pillai, this thoroughly updated sixth edition bridges foundational cellular biology with clinical pathology. It serves as an essential, high-yield reference for medical students, biological science trainees, and healthcare professionals seeking a solid grasp of immunological principles.

Key Topics Covered
Innate & Adaptive Immunity: Fundamental mechanisms of early host defense, antigen recognition, and the activation of lymphocytes.
Cellular & Humoral Immune Responses: Detailed workflows governing T-cell mediated immunity, B-cell activation, and antibody production.
Immune Tolerance & Regulation: Critical processes preventing autoimmunity, maintaining self-tolerance, and controlling immune hypersensitivity.
Clinical Disorders & Immunotherapy: Pathophysiology and treatment strategies for immunodeficiencies, hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmune diseases, and cancer immunotherapy.