textbook of microbiology & immunology : 2nd edition

Abstract

.The second edition of the Textbook of Microbiology and Immunology has been revised thoroughly and revamped to include the latest information in the field of medical microbiology. Special emphasis has been placed on molecular methods of diagnosis,which have revolutionized the diagnosis of infectious diseases and have made it possible to detect hitherto unknown and uncultivable pathogens from clinical specimens. The problem of antimicrobial resistance with respect to emerging mechanisms, changing epidemiology, and newer ways of detection has been dealt with in detail.This text aims at not only providing basic information about microbiology and immunology, but also deals with the clinical applications of microbiology in the study of infectious diseases. In each chapter, key points are highlighted. Clinical case studies have been included so that students can evaluate their understanding of the various microbes. Photographs and pertinent line diagrams have been included to aid the learning process. The book has been trimmed down so as to include the necessary information without overburdening the students.