Clinical Immunology

Second Edition

Angela Hall, Chris Scott, and Matthew Buckland

Fundamentals of Biomedical Science

A blend of science theory and biomedical science practice make this series ideal for those seeking both the knowledge and skills to become proficient Biomedical Scientists
Case studies enrich the text and emphasise clinical relevance
Self-test and discussion questions, with answers provided online, encourage students to analyse the text and develop their problem solving skills
The book is augmented by an Online Resource Centre, which includes video interviews with practicing biomedical scientists and 'in the lab' footage showing biomedical science in practice

New to this Edition:

New chapter on autoimmune skin disorders explaining the clinical features of these diseases, assays and techniques used to test for them, and methods of treatment.
New chapter on histocompatibility and immunogenetics to describe the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) system and its role in transplantation and disease, and to introduce methods used in the clinical H&I laboratory.

Clinical Immunology

Second Edition

Angela Hall, Chris Scott, and Matthew Buckland

Fundamentals of Biomedical Science

Description

Biomedical scientists are the foundation of modern healthcare, from cancer screening to diagnosing HIV, from blood transfusion for surgery to food poisoning and infection control. Without biomedical scientists, the diagnosis of disease, the evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment, and research into the causes and cures of disease would not be possible.

The Fundamentals of Biomedical Science series has been written to reflect the challenges of practicing biomedical science today. It draws together essential basic science with insights into laboratory practice to show how an understanding of the biology of disease is coupled to the analytical approaches that lead to diagnosis.
Assuming only a minimum of prior knowledge, the series reviews the full range of disciplines to which a Biomedical Scientist may be exposed - from microbiology to cytopathology to transfusion science.

Clinical Immunology gives the new biomedical scientist an insight into the function of the immune system, the front line of defence against pathological disease, and the diagnostic techniques used to identify associated malfunctions and disorders. By examining the key immunological principles and scientific basis of laboratory techniques with a focus on the biomedical scientist's role in the diagnostic laboratory, the reader is provided with everything needed to prepare for a specialist qualification in immunology. Current tests, the rationale behind their use, the technologies employed, and the quality measures applied are illustrated by specific case studies showing how the clinician interprets the results to help the patient.

Online Resource Centre
The Online Resource Centre to accompany Clinical Immunology features:

For registered adopters of the book:
- Figures from the book, available to download

For students:
- Answers to self-check and end of chapter questions
- Video podcasts including interviews with practicing biomedical scientists and 'in the lab' footage showing biomedical science in practice

Clinical Immunology

Second Edition

Angela Hall, Chris Scott, and Matthew Buckland

Fundamentals of Biomedical Science

1:Introduction to the clinical immunology laboratory, Angela Hall and Christopher Baldwin
2:Immunoglobulins, Lynn Follows and Phillip A Whitfield
3:Allergy, Kirsty Swallow
4:Complement, Mo Moody, Tariq El-Shanawany, Paul Williams, B Paul Morgan and Stephen Jolles
5:Autoimmune rheumatological disease, Chris Scott
6:Autoimmune kidney disease, Angela Hall
7:Organ-specific autoimmunity, Robert J Lock
8:Autoimmune skin disease, Robert J Lock, Sarah Johnston and Philip Bright
9:Autoimmune liver diseases, Edward Davies
10:Neuroimmunology, Abid R Karim and Saiju Jacob
11:Flow cytometry and primary immunodeficiency, Dawn Barge
12:Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), Alison Cox
13:Histocompatibility and immunogenetics, David Wilson and Vaughan Carter

Clinical Immunology

Second Edition

Angela Hall, Chris Scott, and Matthew Buckland

Fundamentals of Biomedical Science

Author Information

Angela Hall, CSci FIBMS, Laboratory Manager, Department of Infection and Immunity, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chris Scott, Mr, Department of Immunology, Barts and the London NHS Trust, and Matthew Buckland, Dr, Department of Immunology, Barts and the London NHS Trust

Contributors:

Dawn Barge
Blood Sciences, Flowcytometry, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust

Philip Bright
Immunology and Immunogenetics, North Bristol NHS Trust

Vaughan Carter
NHS Blood and Transplant, Newcastle

Alison Cox
Department of Immunology, Chelsea Westminster Hospital

Edward Davies
Department of Clinical Allergy and Immunology, King's College Hospital

Tariq El-Shanawany
Department of Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

Lynn Follows
Immunology Department, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Saiju Jacob
Department of Clinical Immunology Service, University of Birmingham

Sarah Johnston
Immunology and Immunogenetics, North Bristol NHS Trust

Stephen Jolles
Department of Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

Abid R Karim
Department of Clinical Immunology Service, University of Birmingham

Robert Lock
Immunology and Immunogenetics, North Bristol NHS Trust

Mo Moody
Department of Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

B Paul Morgan
Department of Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

Chris Scott
Department of Immunology, Bart's and the London NHS Trust

Kirsty Swallow
Immunology Department, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Phillip A Whitfield
Immunology Department, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Paul Williams
Department of Immunology, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

David Wilson
Immunology Laboratory, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Clinical Immunology

Second Edition

Angela Hall, Chris Scott, and Matthew Buckland

Fundamentals of Biomedical Science

Reviews and Awards

Review from previous edition The main strength is the description of the methods used in a laboratory setting. This is a unique feature and makes it stand out from other textbooks in the area. - Dr Fiona L. Henriquez, University of the West of Scotland

Using case studies really helps to integrate knowledge in an applied context. Students not only get to understand what is happening, but they begin to see why this is important, how this can affect the patient, and what it could mean to them in the diagnostic laboratory. - Glenn Hussey, Keele University

This excellent book would be particularly useful for undergraduates aiming to enter a career in biomedical science, and also a worthwhile read for trainee and practising biomedical scientists. - Immunology News