Immunity And Specific Therapy

By Willaim D'Este Emery

Book Overview

""Immunity And Specific Therapy"" by Walter D'Este Emery is a comprehensive guide to the human immune system and its role in fighting diseases. The book covers the basics of immunology, including the structure and function of immune cells, the mechanisms of antigen recognition and processing, and the various types of immune responses. It also delves into the specific immune responses to different types of pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites.The second part of the book focuses on specific therapies that target the immune system, including vaccines, immunoglobulins, and immunomodulatory drugs. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the mechanisms of action of these therapies, their clinical applications, and potential side effects.The book also covers emerging topics in immunology, such as the role of the microbiome in immune function, the use of gene therapy for immunodeficiencies, and the development of personalized immunotherapies for cancer.Overall, ""Immunity And Specific Therapy"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex workings of the human immune system and the latest advances in immunotherapy. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163798673
• ISBN13: 9781163798676
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"