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Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy

by Gavin Spickett

Published 2013672 pagesISBN 978-0-1996-0324-4

The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy is a unique, practical and clinically relevant guide for clinicians and laboratory staff to assist with the diagnosis and management of immunological/allergic disease, and the correct selection and interpretation of immunological tests. Now fully updated for the third edition, the handbook has been expanded to include the latest developments, drugs, diagnostic tests, and therapy options in the field. With concise, bullet-point coverage of the entire breadth of immunological and allergic disease, this handbook has been specially written to ensure the information you need is always at your fingertips. The first section covers clinical diseases, giving guidance on test selection and interpretation for both diagnosis and monitoring. The second section covers diagnostic tests, summarizing the methodology and pros and cons of each. Expertly written, reviewed by specialists, and fully up-to-date, you can be sure that the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy provides all the vital information you will need to assist you in effective practice. Full coverage of the entire breadth of immunology and allergy. Practical, concise handbook assisting with diagnosis and management of all immunological and allergic disease. Covers the latest advances in genetics and tissue typing, as well as new drugs, therapies and tests. With expanded sections on immunodeficienies, allergies and managerial issues to include recent changes.

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Reading lengthA longer, immersive read672 pages in this edition
Publication eraModernFirst published or edition dated 2013
Primary categoryNonfictionExplore similar books below
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978-0-1996-0324-4
Language
English
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OL28487921M
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Best when you want to settle into a longer reading experience.

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