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Maintaining the features that made the previous editions so successful, the Third Edition of Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infections summarizes the clinical, epidemiological, pathogenetic, and immunological features of a certain disease or infection-providing laboratorians with a practical tool for the principles and techniques used in diagnostic virology. Contains a new chapter covering the important Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome! Fully updated since the last edition was published eight years ago and alphabetically arranged for quick and easy reference, Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infections, Third Edition now contains: · a complete update on human herpesviruses 6, 7, and 8 · expanded coverage of hepatitis, including enterically transmitted hepatitis viruses and parenterally transmitted viruses · new material on rubella featuring instrumentation for determination of antibodies · a new chapter on the serological diagnosis for selected viruses · a new discussion on HPV and the diagnostic value of molecular detection of the viral DNA · novel developments on rapid test methods for detection of cytomegalovirus · new sections on current information and applications for the amplification and detection of nucleic acids in clinical specimens · a detailed, up-to-date description of Epstein-Barr virus and its effect on immunocompromised patients · and more! Specifically written for laboratory technologists responsible for supplying information to physicians to support or rule out a clinical diagnosis, Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infections, Third Edition is a hands-on resource for clinical virologists, clinical microbiologists, clinical pathologists, and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.

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This latest edition of the classic text includes new andgreatly revised chapters on laboratory methods in epidemiology, humanherpesvirus types 6 and 7, parvovirus, and retroviruses. The bookcovers the principles and approaches to the study of viral infectionsin human populations, major virus classes of medical and public healthimportance, and neoplastic and other slowly developing diseases due toviral infection. ... Read more

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Excellent reference book
This book is amazing. It covers a wide range of viruses. Most importantly it gives detailed technical informations on the diagnosis of viruses which usually cannot be found in most virology books. It is an indispendsablebook for professionals working in the virology field. As a medicaltechnologist in a virology lab. I have found this book extermely usefulwhenever I am in doubt at work. ... Read more

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Since smallpox eradication, the science of eradication has changed andwith it, our definitions of what diseases are possible to eradicate.However, eradication must not beget complacency. As has been learned frompast control or eradication attempts with a variety of viral diseases,from yellow fever to influenza, accidental or intentional reintroductionis a real threat -- one that could strike anywhere and for which we needto be fully prepared. The criteria for assessing eradicability of polio,measles, and other viral infections have been debated extensively. Withthe elimination and eradication of several viral diseases on the horizon,issues surrounding the cessation of immunization activities becomeexceedingly important. In an effort to better understand the dynamics ofdisease eradication and post--immunization policies, the Institute ofMedicine Forum on Emerging Infections hosted a two-day workshop (February1--2, 2001) on The Consequences of Viral Disease Eradication. This bookexplores the principles underlying the biological challenges, medicalinterventions, the continuing research agenda, and operationalconsiderations for post--immunization strategies for vaccine--preventableviral diseases, and highlights important efforts that may facilitate wisedecision making. ... Read more

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European Practice in Gynaecology and Obstetrics is a series of books published under the auspices of EBCOG. In each volume, the specialist will find a review of basic science, recent concepts in pathophysiology, clinical aspects, imaging, treatment and unresolved problems or controversies, and up-to-date references. Increased knowledge about basic virology and immunology, better diagnostic techniques and the development of vaccines and efficient anti-virals open new perspectives for the prevention and treatment of viral infections affecting pregnant women and newborns. The aim of this book is to provide updated knowledge about viral infections that may affect mother and child. ... Read more

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Antibodies are central to vaccines and it is becoming increasingly apparent that understanding how antibodies combat viruses could be crucial in a new era of vaccine development. This book describes the state of the art in explaining the anti-viral activity of antibodies at the molecular level, with chapters from many of the leaders in the field. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by Thomson Gale on September 15, 2005. The length of the article is 632 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Viral infection seen in 'idiopathic' cardiomyopathy: more than two-thirds of endomyocardial biopsies show cardiotropic virus, German researchers find.(Cardiovascular Medicine)
Author: Bruce Jancin
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 15, 2005
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 38Issue: 18Page: 58(1)

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Infection is a major cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. The advent of antibiotics has considerably altered the pattern of bacterial infections over recent years, allowing the significance of viral infections to become increasingly apparent. The highly respected editors have brought together an expert team of contributors from a variety of disciplines to give a comprehensive overview of the implications of viral diseases in obstetrics and gynaecology in both `first world' and developing nations. With additional discussions on the immune response to viral infections, clinical implications of viral infections for the neonate and the role of animal models in clinical research, the book will appeal to obstetricians and gynecologists, virologists and genitourinary and HIV physicians. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Pediatric News, published by International Medical News Group on January 1, 2002. The length of the article is 380 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Nasal swabs as good as nasopharyngeal swabs. (Detecting Viral Respiratory Infections).(Brief Article)
Author: Maureen Donohue
Publication: Pediatric News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2002
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 36Issue: 1Page: 11(1)

Article Type: Brief Article

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Several serious as well as terminal diseases of the heart are caused by viruses. There is also speculation that viruses may contribute to the most common cause of death in the western world, ischaemic heart disease. Until recently, however, the pathogenesis of viral infections was not fully understood, resulting in a tendency amongst clinicians to ignore these causes in the explanation of symptoms related to heart disease, such as chest pain and cardiac arrhythmias. This book presents the clinician with an authoritative account of the role of viruses in heart disease, clearly explaining the disease mechanisms and outlining methods of diagnosis and therapy. The first work to relate current research to the clinical aspects of viral infection of the heart, this publication will be welcomed by both cardiologists and virologists alike. ... Read more

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Trends in Emerging Viral Infections of Swine includes sections on global trade, vaccination regimens against new and emerging viruses, epidemiology and control, as well as significant new outbreaks like the West Nile virus. A contributor to Diseases of Swine, 8th edition, Dr. Zimmerman has selected three additional editors with international expertise. ... Read more

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Chronicling the latest scientific advances in the field of diarrheal research, this comprehensive and thoroughly updated Second Edition details the etiology, epidemiology, molecular biology, immunology, and immunoprophylaxis of gastroenteritis viruses.