NEW! Expanded molecular content enhances each specific organism area NEW! Revised life cycle illustrations clarify and reinforce important components More than 800 high-quality, full-color illustrations help you visualize key concepts Expanded sections on parasitology, mycology, and virology allow you to use just one book, eliminating the need to purchase other microbiology textbooks for these topics Case studies and step-by-step procedures in the ebook version (sold separately) and on the Evolve companion website allow you to see what takes place in the lab and to apply your knowledge to diagnostic scenarios Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide measurable outcomes to achieve by completing the chapter material Review questions at the end of each chapter in the ebook version (sold separately) and on the Evolve companion website help you apply and assess the knowledge you?ve learned Genera and Species boxes provide handy, at-a-glance summaries at the beginning of each organism chapter A glossary defines terms at the back of the book