BIOL 315 - Immunology(Formerly S228)

Institution:

Philadelphia University

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Description:

The objective of this course is to introduce students to the innate mechanisms by which the human body prevents infection, as well as those involved in specifically acquired immunity. Topics include the structural, functional and genetic aspects of a fully competent immune system that can successfully prevent attack by millions of microorganisms each day. Exploration of the many medical conditions which result from hyperactive- or impaired-immune responses including allergy, autoimmunity, cancer and AIDS are studied. Prerequisites: BIOL-221 and BIOL-221L

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.philau.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 951-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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