The course covers the fundamental aspects of microbiology including: taxonomy, structure, physiology, growth, reproduction and genetics. Basic techniques for staining and identifying microorganisms are emphasized in the laboratory. Moreover, it introduces the basic concepts of medical immunology, with an emphasis on host parasite relationship, non-specific and specific immunity including antibody and cell-mediated immunity. The course also covers antigen and antibody structure, function and types, complement system, active and passive immunization, in vitro antigen antibody reactions, hypersensitivity, immuno-deficiency, auto-immune disease and organ transplantation.
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