BIOL 418 - Introduction to Immunology

Institution:

Messiah University

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Introduction to the immune system with emphasis on the host's interaction with an environment which contains many potentially harmful microbes. Control and specificity of the adaptive immune system are illustrated by studying structure and function of antibodies and T cell receptors, development of immune cells, response to immunization, allergy, autoimmunity, graft rejection and immunity to tumors. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 260, BIOL 382 (highly recommended), CHEM 204 or CHEM 309. (Alternate years, offered 2011-2012)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.messiah.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 766-2511

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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