Clinical and laboratory immunology is the study of disorders of the immune system, immunization and organ transplantation. A clinical and laboratory immunologist is a specialist who uses laboratory processes to discover immune system diseases. The immune system structure and function, and its defective responses are diagnosed and communicated to the physician in order to help manage patient problems.

Nevada’s largest and most famous city is Las Vegas, with its casinos and world-famous nightlife. But outside Las Vegas, there’s also a lot to see. The Hoover Dam, south of Las Vegas, draws millions of visitors each year, and it’s considered a national historic landmark. Just as impressive is Lake Mead, created when the Hoover Dam was built. Ski in the Lake Tahoe area or visit their casinos, cabarets or theaters. Reno hosts the annual Great Reno Balloon Race, the Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary and the Fleischman Planetarium. Nevada’s national parks offer opportunities for hiking, biking and camping. Nevada’s capital is Carson City, and its population is 2,414,807.

According to 2005 Census estimates, Nevada has a population of 2,414,807. Of this population, 591,618 are under the age of 18 and 270,434 are at or above the age of 65.