Atlas of Human Parasitology, 5th Edition.Atlas of Human Parasitology Parasitology The scientific study of parasites and of parasitism. Parasitism is a subdivision of symbiosis and is defined as an intimate association between an organism (parasite) and another, larger species of organism (host) upon which the parasite is , 5th Edition Lawrence R. Ash and Thomas C. Orihel American Society for Clinical Pathology The American Society for Clinical Pathology is a professional association based in Chicago encompassing 140,000 pathologists and laboratory professionals. Founded in 1922, the ASCP provides programs in education, certification and advocacy on behalf of patients, pathologists Press, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 2007 ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m : 0891891676 Pages: 525; Price: US $200.00 The 5th edition of Ash and Orihel's Atlas of Human Parasitology is a superb, up-to-date compendium of protozoan protozoan (prō'təzō`ən), informal term for the unicellular heterotrophs of the kingdom Protista. Protozoans comprise a large, diverse assortment of microscopic or near-microscopic organisms that live as single cells or in simple and metazoan metazoan member of the zoological division of Metazoa. parasites. It also covers vectors and uncommon parasites found in humans. The authors present the material in a clear and concise manner that encourages one to delve more deeply into the structure and function of these unique and fascinating organisms. It is a must for persons interested in medical zoology and geographic medicine. Laboratory personnel, directors, and teachers who need a refresher course or additional training will find the book very valuable. The Atlas of Human Parasitology is an essential treatise for helping to protect our citizens at home, deployed military personnel, and global travelers from parasitic infections. The quick keys to the identification of protozoans, helminths helminths (hel´minths), n.pl the parasitic worms that cause disease and illness in humans such as tapeworm, pinworm, and trichinosis. They are usually transmitted via contaminated food, water, soil, or other objects. , and arthropods are helpful for distinguishing pseudoparasites from harmful ones. The labeling of various stages of the color images with letters, numbers, and arrows is extremely useful. Attention has been given to opportunistic infections found in patients with AIDS. This book opens new vistas in helping to understand the global impact of AIDS and parasitic infections. The glossary and current references provide a ready resource for those interested in learning more about host-parasite relationships. As an extra bonus, readers will find this edition a visual feast that integrates science and the arts. This book is highly recommended reading. Twitty J. Styles, Union College, Schenectady, NY, USA Address for correspondence: Twitty J. Styles, Union College, Biological Sciences, Schenectady, NY 12308, USA; email: stylest@union.edu |
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