Immunology and Immunogenetics

The aim of this module is to provide an integrated background in immunology and immunogenetics, the study of the interrelation between immunity to disease and genetic makeup. Students will study the organs and cells of the immunological system and mechanisms involved in the functioning of the immune system, including the humoral system and cellular immunity, host-antigen relationships, and immunological reactions or infections. The course will cover methods of study in immunology and immunogenetics, particularly the development of B and T cells.

      Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: 

1.     mechanisms of humoral and cellular immunity

2.     specific immune responses

3.     B lymphocytes and antibody formation

4.     cell-mediated immunity and T- cell physiology and antigen presenting cells

5. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the reactions of antigen-antibody

6. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of MHC and HLA molecules, the polygenism and polymorphism of HLA genes

7. demonstrate knowledge of the Ig genetics and the genetic of T cell receptors

8. the molecular basis of immunological mechanisms as well as the biotechnological applications

9. the relationship between immune response and genetics