Immunology of Fungal Infections
| Author | : Gordon D. Brown |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 495 |
| Release | : 2007-05-10 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781402054921 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1402054920 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (920 Downloads) |
Download or read book Immunology of Fungal Infections written by Gordon D. Brown and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-05-10 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text covers all aspects of the immunology of fungal infection. Beyond the basics, coverage includes recent developments in innate and adaptive immunological mechanisms involved in the host response to fungal infection. The volume’s topical sections provide an immunological perspective on the cells, soluble factors and receptors involved in recognising and combating fungal infections. Discussion includes descriptions of immunity to specific pathogens, immune-escape mechanisms used by fungi, and therapeutic strategies.
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