Innate immune response to infection

A review of the innate immune system, utilizing the concepts of cellular and molecular biology. • Covers all aspects of innate immunity with an emphasis on response to infectious agents. • Focuses on evolutionary aspects, describing the major cells, humoral factors, receptors, and effector responses central to innate immunity and its important relation to acquired immunity. • Includes in-depth treatment of the performance of the innate immune system in various situations, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infection. • Serves as a valuable reference source for scientists and students active in all areas of immunology and microbiology, as well as virology, parasitology, and infectious diseases.