The Immune System: Comparative Histophysiology

This is the first book to cover aspects of cell biology, histology and current experimental immunology in the broadest context and, at the same time, delve into these phenomena in ectothermic vertebrates, birds, and a few unique mammals such as monotremes and marsupials. The authors explore the evolution of the immune system and illuminate its structure and function. They also note new findings that suggest immunity in ectotherms is strongly influenced by ambient factors.