Microbiology for the healthcare professional /

VanMeter, Karin.

Microbiology for the healthcare professional / Karin C. VanMeter, Robert J. Hubert. - 2nd ed. - St. Louis : Elsevier, c.2016. - viii, 532 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.

Glossary : p. 493-508. Index : p. 509-532.

Includes bibliographical references.

Scope of microbiology -- Chemistry of life -- Cell structure and function -- Bacteria and archaea -- Viruses -- Eukaryotic microorganisms -- Physical and chemical methods of control -- Microbiological laboratory techniques -- Microbiological laboratory safety issues -- Pharmacology -- Antimicrobial drugs -- Infection and disease -- The immune response and lymphatic system -- Infections of the integumentary system, soft tissue, and musculoskeletal system -- Infections of the respiratory system -- Infections of the gastrointestinal system -- Infections of the nervous system and sensory structures senses -- Infections of the cardiovascular/ circulatory system -- Infections of the urinary system -- Infections of the reproductive system -- Sexually transmitted infections/diseases -- Human age and microorganisms -- Microorganisms in the environment and effects on human health -- Emerging infectious diseases -- Biotechnology.

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Medical microbiology.
Microbiology.





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