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Mastering the essentials of microbiology has never been easier.

Prepare for success on your exams and beyond with the latest edition of this proven, vividly illustrated review. The popular Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews series combines concise, outline-style coverage with highly detailed, dynamic illustrations to take you inside various microorganisms and make complex information more accessible.

• Updated coverage, including the latest on Zika virus, HIV, and influenza virus vaccines, familiarizes you with the topics and approaches you’ll most likely encounter on your exams and in clinical settings.
• Concise, outline-style format guides you step-by-step through essential concepts.
• More than 400 vibrant illustrations clarify complex microorganisms and common processes.
• Chapter overviews highlight the most critical information and make studying more efficient and effective.
• A chapter of illustrated Case Studies challenges you to apply your understanding to commonly encountered clinical scenarios.
• Hundreds of USMLE-style review questions help you assess your strengths and weaknesses and ensure success on your exams.