This book presents a thorough and systematic approachof microbiology in a very clear, concise, simplified and easily understandable manner. The text is amply illustrated by large number of figures, flowcharts, tables, boxes and videos. This will help not only in understanding the concepts to clear the professional exams but will also teach the importance and application of microbiology in clinical practice. Ideal for UG dental, medical and nursing students, PG entranceexaminations, physiotherapists,Optometrist, and practicing microbiologists Online feature Complimentary access to online Videos with full e-book. Salient features Covers all branches of microbiology viz. general and systematic bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, hospital infection control and mycobacteriology.Organization of the text into sections helps to recollect the things easilyChapter outline in the beginning of each chapter helps to facilitate self-learning by the students.Syndromic approach to common syndromes highlightsthe important causes and laboratory diagnostic approach.Flowcharts and line diagrams represent the diagnostic procedures and life cycles.Multiple choice questions section-by-section at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied. Additional feature Use in conjunction with Practical Manual in Microbiology would suffice study in microbiology for medical and dental students.