Textbook of Microbiology

Textbook of Microbiology provides a comprehensive, up-to-date and clearly written account of this broad and fascinating subject which will provide unrivalled value to medical students and other health professionals. All aspects of medical microbiology are covered which are easy-to-read. This book thoroughly updated keeping in view medical curriculum and medical students. Divided into seven sections and delivers balanced coverage of General Bacteriology, Immunology, Systemic Bacteriology, Virology, Medical Mycology, Miscellaneous, and Diagnostic Medical Microbiology. It uses a consistent and logical chapter format throughout the book to make the contents easy to grasp. Learning objects are given at the beginning of the chapter. Tables, illustrated figures, and photographs have been added throughout the text at the appropriate places to help readers understand and retain information. This book focuses on medically important information for students, omitting extraneous details. Medical mycology has been written concisely and divided into chapters according to type of fungal infections. Reader will find additional information as “Know More” at the end of each chapter. All chapters make learning easy with features such as chapter summary as “Key Points” and “Important Questions” to reinforce preparation for the examination. “Further Reading” is included at the end of each chapter for further depth of knowledge of the subject. Compact authoritative digest of essentials information of medical microbiology, in a readable and cohesive format offering a synoptic view of the broad discipline of microbiology.