Dictionary of Parasitology

The Dictionary of Parasitology reflects current practice in all aspects of parasitology and includes spellings, punctuation, abbreviations, acronyms, symbols, nomenclature, prefixes, and suffixes. It assigns entries to the primary divisions of parasitology: human, veterinary, plant, insect, or fish. Including more than 11,500 entries, often with referral to related terms, as well as a wealth of other relevant information, this work provides the depth of knowledge that makes it an informative and useful volume for beginners and experts, as well as for writers and editors of scientific texts. Entries cover control measures, immunology, physiology, pharmacology, etc