Analytical Parasitology (Springer Lab Manuals) [Paperback]

Michael T. Rogan (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 3540589198 | ISBN-13: 978-3540589198 | Publication Date: March 11, 1997

This laboratory manual with detailed background information and practical protocols will be a useful guide for researchers engaged in all areas of parasitology. Most techniques described here are suitable for helminths as well as protozoa, but also included are protocols for particular parasite species. Parasite infections are very widespread. However, effective therapeuticals are not yet available. The analysis of the life cycle and parasite host interactions at the molecular level may help in the search of the "Achilles heel" of a parasite and thus promote the development of new therapeutic approaches. Parasite molecules such as surface antigens, excretory proteins or metabolic enzymes may serve as targets for new diagnostics tests, chemo- or immunotherapeutics or even vaccination.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"All the chapters are well written and provide volumes of information on practical procedures in experimental parasitology. In conclusion, this is an excellent laboratory manual." FEMS Immunology and Medical Microbiology "Described as a laboratory manual, this book is much more than a collection of protocols. I would thoroughly recommend this book." The Journal of Medical Microbiology

Product Details

• Paperback: 365 pages
• Publisher: Springer (March 11, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3540589198
• ISBN-13: 978-3540589198
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,627,902 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)