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Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine

  • 6th Edition - April 7, 2017
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Mary Louise Turgeon
  • Language: English

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If you’re looking to succeed in today’s modern laboratory environment, then you need the insightful guidance found in Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine, 6th Edition. Continuing to set the standard for comprehensive coverage of immunology, this must-have resource covers everything from mastering automated techniques to understanding immunoassay instrumentation and disorders of infectious and immunologic origin. As with previous editions, trusted author, teacher and former university program director, Mary Louise Turgeon helps you build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills by taking you from basic immunologic mechanisms and serologic concepts to the theory behind the procedures you will encounter in the lab. And now with a new full-color design, additional case studies, wealth of content updates, and new features, there’s never been more reason to rely on Turgeon to stretch your critical thinking skills and fully prepare for success in the clinical lab.

Key features

  • Comprehensive immunology coverage features the latest illustrations, photographs and summary tables to help clarify various concepts and information visually.
  • Emphasis on critical thinking utilizes case studies to challenge readers to apply their knowledge to practice.
  • Procedural protocols move readers from immunology theory to practical aspects of the clinical lab.
  • Chapter highlights and review questions at the end of each chapter offer opportunities for review and self-assessment.
  • Learning objectives and key terms at the beginning of each chapter outline the important vocabulary, information, and concepts found in the chapter.
  • Glossary at the end of the book provides a quick reference to key terms and definitions.

Table of contents

Part I: Basic Immunologic Mechanisms

1. An Overview of Immunology

2. Antigens and Antibodies

3. Cells and Cellular Activities of the Immune System: Granulocytes and Mononuclear Cells

4. Cells and Cellular Activities of the Immune System: Lymphocytes and Plasma Cells

5. Soluble Mediators of the Immune System

Part II: The Theory of Immunologic and Serologic Procedures

6. Safety in the Immunology-Serology Laboratory

7. Quality Assurance and Quality Control

8. Basic Serologic Laboratory Techniques

9. Rapid Testing

10. Precipitation and Agglutination

11. Electrophoresis Techniques

12. Labeling Techniques in Immunoassay

13. Flow Cytometry

14. Molecular Laboratory Techniques

Part III: Immunologic Manifestations of Infectious Diseases

15. Infectious Diseases: Traditional and Alternate Diagnostic Techniques

16. Streptococcal Infections

17. Syphilis

18. Vector-Borne Diseases

19. Toxoplasmosis

20. Cytomegalovirus

21. Infectious Mononucleosis

22. Viral Hepatitis

23. Rubella and Rubeola Infections

24. Primary and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes

Part IV: Immune Disorders

25. Hypersensitivity Reactions

26. Immunoproliferative Disorders

27. Tolerance, Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Diseases

28. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

29. Rheumatoid Arthritis
Part 5: Transplantation and Tumor Immunology

30. Transplantation: HLA, Solid Organ & Hematopoietic Stem Cells

31. Tumor Immunology and Up-to-Date Applications of Next Generation Sequencing
Part 6: Vaccines

32. Vaccines
Appendices
Appendix A: Answers to Case Study Multiple Choice Questions
Appendix B: Answers to Review Questions
Appendix C: Representative Diagnostic Assays in Medical Laboratory Immunology

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Product details

  • Edition: 6
  • Latest edition
  • Published: April 7, 2017
  • Language: English

About the author

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Mary Louise Turgeon

Mary Louise Turgeon, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM, is an educator, author, and consultant in medical laboratory science education. Her career includes roles as a community college professor, Medical Laboratory Technology program director, undergraduate and graduate university professor, Medical Laboratory Science program director, and departmental chairperson. Dr. Turgeon is currently an ad hoc educational content specialist for the College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University, Boston, and maintains an active clinical laboratory science consulting practice. Her practice, Mary L. Turgeon and Associates, focuses on new program development, curriculum revision, and increasing teaching effectiveness through the use of technology and interactive teaching strategies.
Affiliations and expertise
Clinical Laboratory Education Consultant, Mary L. Turgeon and Associates, Boston, Massachusetts; St. Petersburg, Florida; Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Medical Laboratory Science (previous), Northeastern University, Bouve College of Health Professions, Boston, Massachusetts; Professor, Program Director (previous), Medical Laboratory Technology, Corning Community College, Corning, New York, USA