Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles: Color Atlas and Text

Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles: Color Atlas and Text
By Elliott Jacobson

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* Hardcover: 736 pages
* Publisher: CRC; 1 edition (April 11, 2007)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0849323215

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Far from the line drawings and black-and-white photos of the past, Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles features high-quality, color photos of normal anatomy and histology, as well as gross, light, and electron microscopic images of pathogens and diseases. Many of these images have never before been published, and come directly from the esteemed editors collection documenting more than 30 years in the research of infectious diseases and veterinary care of reptiles.
A comprehensive reference, the book includes definitive information on every aspect of the anatomy, pathophysiology, and differential diagnosis of infectious diseases affecting reptiles. Beginning with a thorough review of the biology, anatomy, and histology of reptiles, the introductory chapters cover all major systems and provide the most complete single source for color images of reptile histology. It addresses the mechanism of reptile immunology and the response to pathogens, and explains how immunological response is key to differential diagnosis. Given the difficulty in isolating certain pathogens for identification, the book provides an overview of electron microscopy, complete with electron micrographs of reptile pathogens, and introduces the necessity of molecular methods for diagnosis. The text outlines serodiagnostics and the development and use of immunological reagents specifically designed for reptiles in tests such as indirect enzyme linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA). Finally, the book devotes several chapters to the viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases known to reptiles and methods for isolating these pathogens.
With up-to-the-minute data, a never-before-seen collection of images, and a stellar panel of contributors, Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles is the definitive resource forveterinarians, biologists, and researchers involved in the study of pathogens infecting reptiles.

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Environmental Factors and Asthma: What We Learned from Epidemiological Studies

Environmental Factors and Asthma: What We Learned from Epidemiological Studies, An Issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics (The Clinics: Internal Medicine)

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* Hardcover: 240 pages
* Publisher: Saunders; 1 edition (August 15, 2008)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 1416063099

Book Description
Topics include: "Passing smoking and adult asthma", "Traffic, outdoor air pollution, and asthma", "Social environment, neighborhood stress, and adult asthma", "Viral infections and asthma exacerbations in children and adults", "Occupational exposures and exacerbation of adult asthma", "Asthma in the inner city: Indoor exposures and respiratory status", "Dampness and mold in the indoor environment: implications for asthma", "Indoor combustion and asthma", "Dietary factors and asthma", "Environment and genetics", and "Obesity and asthma".

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