An introductory course in immunology in which the basic principles and concepts are stressed. Topics to be studied include the nature of antigens, haptens, immunoglobulins, and complement and their interactions; the structure, behavior, and interactions of the cell types involved in the immune response; natural resistance and acquired immunity; immune tolerance; allergies; autoimmunity; immune deficiencies; and the histocompatibility complex.
Prerequisites
BIO-207 and BIO 318 with a minimum grade of C- and minimum 1 semester organic chemistry, or consent of instructor
Frequency of Offering
Even Fall