Textbook of Microbiology

This textbook contains all of the information that is pertinent to medical students studying microbiology. It also provides a solid background of microbiology while describing the organisms in a manner that is clinically relevant. Although, the text was designed to teach undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, it should also serve as a review tool for individuals who are taking medical examinations and persons working in health-related professions, physicians and infectious disease scientists. Key Features: Well balanced coverage of fundamental aspects such as General Bacteriology, Immunology, Systemic Bacteriology, Virology, Medical Mycology, Miscellaneous and Diagnostic Medical Microbiology. Examines etiology, epidemiology, classification, host defences, identification, diagnosis, prevention, and control for each microbe in consistently organized chapters. Each chapter features learning objectives and suggestions for further reading. Correlates basic science with clinical practice through review questions at the end of each chapter to provide an understanding of the clinical relevance of the organisms examined. Illustrated with tables and more than 425 coloured illustrated figures, and photographs.