Includes index.

An introduction to microscopy and specimen preparation -- Cultivation techniques -- A survey of the microbial world -- The differentiation of bacterial groups by staining reactions -- Bacterial anatomy -- Biochemical activities of microorganisms -- The control of microorganisms by chemical and physical factors -- Selected activities of viruses -- An introduction to microbial genetics -- applied microbiology -- Immunology -- An introduction to epidemiology and related topics -- Medical microbiology -- An introduction to parasitology -- Experimental exercises.

This comprehensive laboratory manual provides state-of-the-art techniques, concepts, and applications of microbiology. The overall approach is designed to start with basic concepts and procedures and to gradually build more advanced levels, strengthening readers' understanding and skills through the process. An invaluable reference as a refresher of basic concepts, techniques and procedures. Current, thorough coverage of topics including, but not limited to: cultivation techniques; microbial genetics; immunology; and medical microbiology. For laboratory technicians and medical laboratory technologists.