Book, Veterinary Immunology 10/19[LS]

A better understanding of veterinary immunology starts here! Exploring the immunological issues of small and large animals, Veterinary Immunology, 10th Edition, is the only comprehensive immunology resource for veterinary clinicians. This new edition has been meticulously updated to continue its trend of incorporating the latest advances and topics in this field. With clear explanations of the general principles of immunology and the most significant diseases and immunological responses observed in domestic animals and marine mammals; More than 500 color images and many clinical examples, it is no surprise that this book continues to be the reference of choice in veterinary immunology since 1977 and is included in the list of suggested readings of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM). Features Clear explanations of the general principles of immunology and the most significant diseases and immunological responses observed in domestic animals and marine mammals. NEW! Updated and expanded information on T lymphocyte subpopulations, newly described interleukins, new approaches to cancer immunotherapy, fish immunology, new advances in genomics, pathogenesis and treatment of atopic dermatitis, and role of nutrition in animal immunity NEW! Chapter on commensal bacteria Over 500 full-color images and many clinical examples NEW! Histological and updated color images throughout the book NEW! Didactic objectives in each chapter What's new in this edition Updated content covers new subpopulations of T cells, new recently described interleukins; new approaches to cancer immunotherapy; fish immunology; and new advances in genomics. Learning objectives have been added to the beginning of each chapter. The chapter on commensal bacteria will address the role of commensal bacteria in veterinary immunology and provide compelling explanations for previously poorly understood phenomena. Added information on the pathogenesis and treatment of atopic dermatitis to help inform veterinarians treating animals with dermatological conditions. The revised content on cancer immunology reflects the vast expansion of information that has been discovered over the past five years. Expanded information on the role of nutrition in animal immunity provides a rational basis for examining data from those claiming nutritional benefits. Full color histological images replace black and white images to convey concepts more effectively.