This new edition of Really Essential Medical Immunology builds on the success of the first edition and includes a fresh contemporary look and easy-to-navigate feel, with fully updated content and materials. Really Essential Medical Immunology Second Edition is a concise, manageable and portable textbook, based on the original and best-selling Roitt's Essential Immunology, and is specifically designed and written for busy medical and science students getting to grips with the subject of immunology. The book is divided into five different parts covering: The basis of immunology The recognition of antigens The acquired immune response Immunity of infection Clinical immunology Really Essential Medical Immunology: Contains only the absolute essentials that students need to know Lays out information in a clear, easy-to-navigate format Includes revision summary boxes to help get the best results in exams Describes concepts visually through the use of clear, simple full colour diagrams Is a must-buy for busy students who need to find information fast and easy

Roitt's Essential Immunology has established itself as the book of choice for students of immunology worldwide. This excellent textbook is commonly regarded as 'the best of the immunology primers' and the tenth edition remains at the cutting edge of this fascinating area of science. The trademark of this book is its highly readable introduction to the subject, its emphasis on core knowledge and its excellent four-color artwork. On the tenth edition, Ivan Roitt is joined by Peter Delves, a brilliant teacher from University College London. Together they have extensively updated all aspects of the book to produce a new edition, which will be an invaluable resource to students of immunology and medicine. The tenth edition focuses on: dendritic cells intraepithelial lymphocytes NKT and gd T-cells NK receptors non-classical MHC presentation of non-peptidic antigens analysis of TCR-peptide-MHC interactions gene 'knockouts' and 'knockins' cell signaling pathways chemokines and their receptors intimate links between innate and adaptive immunity regulatory T-cells Fcg receptors activation-induced cell death signaling through pattern recognition systems prions DNA vaccines mucosal adjuvants molecular understanding of immunodeficiency CCR5 co-receptor for HIV therapeutic benefit of monoclonal anti-IgE in allergy the excessive hygiene hypothesis induction of antigen-specific tolerance for transplantation heat-shock proteins in tumor immunity and autoimmunity peptide priming of dendritic cells for immunotherapy thymic expression of organ-specific autoantigens Roitt's Essential Immunology is supported by a web site at www.roitt.com This useful on-line resource contains self-assessment material, future updates, further reading and an image archive. New edition of a best-selling textbook - known internationally by both students & faculty. Completely updated throughout. Greater emphasis on core knowledge & ease of use. Supported by a free on-line www.roitt.com companion containing updates, images and self-assessment material.

How the Immune System Works has helped thousands of students understand what’s in their big, thick, immunology textbooks. In his book, Dr. Sompayrac cuts through the jargon and details to reveal, in simple language, the essence of this complex subject. In fifteen easy-to-read chapters, featuring the humorous style and engaging analogies developed by Dr. Sompayrac, How the Immune System Works explains how the immune system players work together to protect us from disease – and, most importantly, why they do it this way. Rigorously updated for this fifth edition, How the Immune System Works includes the latest information on subjects such as vaccines, the immunology of AIDS, and cancer. A highlight of this edition is a new chapter on the intestinal immune system – currently one of the hottest topics in immunology. Whether you are completely new to immunology, or require a refresher, How the Immune System Works will provide you with a clear and engaging overview of this fascinating subject. But don’t take our word for it! Read what students have been saying about this classic book: "What an exceptional book! It's clear you are in the hands of an expert." "Possibly the Best Small Text of All Time!" "This is a FUN book, and Lauren Sompayrac does a fantastic job of explaining the immune system using words that normal people can understand." "Hands down the best immunology book I have read... a very enjoyable read." "This is simply one of the best medical textbooks that I have ever read. Clear diagrams coupled with highly readable text make this whole subject easily understandable and engaging." Now with a brand new website at www.wiley.com/go/sompayrac featuring Powerpoint files of the images from the book

BMA Book of the Year 2012 First prize in Basic and Clinical Sciences, BMA Book Awards 2012 Roitt's Essential Immunology - the textbook of choice for students and instructors of immunology worldwide Bringing you fully up-to-date with the latest knowledge and concepts about the workings of the immune system, the hallmark easy-reading style of Roitt's Essential Immunology clearly explains the key principles needed by medical and health sciences students, from the basis of immunity to clinical applications. Beautifully presented, with brand new illustrations, the pedagogy has been strengthened throughout, and includes “just to recap...” sections at the beginning of each chapter, reminding the reader of key findings and principles, and summary sections at the end of each chapter that are ideal for quick study and revision. Also available as a FREE enhanced Wiley Desktop Edition (upon purchase of the book), Roitt's Essential Immunology is supported by a suite of online resources at www.roitt.com including: Interactive MCQs and SBA questions for each chapter, with feedback on all answers selected Animations and videos showing key concepts Fully downloadable figures and illustrations, further reading and useful links Extracts from the Encyclopaedia of Life Science Podcasts to reinforce the key principles explained in the text: ideal for revision 'on the go' This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from iTunes, Google Play or the MedHand Store.

Essentials of Clinical Immunology provides the most up-to-date, core information required to understand diseases with an immunological basis. Clinically focussed, the sixth edition of this classic text presents theoretical and practical information in a simple yet thorough way. Essentials of Clinical Immunology covers the underlying pathophysiology, the signs and symptoms of disease, the investigations required and guidance on the management of patients. Perfect for clinical medical students, junior doctors and medical professionals seeking a refresher in the role of immunology in clinical medicine, this comprehensive text features fully updated clinical information, boxes with key points, real-life case histories to illustrate key concepts and an index of contents at the start of each chapter. A companion website at www.immunologyclinic.com provides additional learning tools, including more case studies, interactive multiple-choice questions and answers, all of the photographs and illustrations from the book, links to useful websites, and a selection of review articles from the journal Clinical and Experimental Immunology. This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from iTunes, Google Play or the MedHand Store.

The approach described in this book is different from that in most student texts, and has been very successful in practice, starting almost from scratch, but omitting many of the ‘basics’ such as the details of hematopoiesis, laboratory technology, and so on, which are hardly relevant to the practising clinician and student in the wards, and are primarily of interest to the hematologist and sometimes to the clinical specialist. Considerable emphasis is given to the clinical history and examination, and the interpretation of the clinical patterns thus exposed. Hopefully it will overcome many of the traditional problems experienced in practical diagnostic haematology.