Book Description
The technology and practice of pathology is advancing at an ever increasing pace. The best practices of only a few years ago may today be out of date. Nowhere is this seen more than in the very basic subject of test selection and interpretation. The Handbook of Clinical Pathology is a useful, succinct reference for the practice of pathology. With contributions by 20 noted authors, this 2nd edition has been thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the practice of clinical pathology today. The Handbook of Clinical Pathology is organized and presented in a new, clear format that makes this book both useful and attractive. The sequence of discussion in the text has been restructured to reflect new priorities in the practice. Among the subjects the text covers are renal function tests, urinalysis, cerebrospinal fluid, liver function tests, assessment of myocardial injury, toxicology and substance abuse testing, cytogenetics, and immunodeficiency diseases. New chapters on inherited metabolic disease, molecular diagnosis, viral infections, pediatric laboratory medicine, and andrology and fertility assessment, have been added. The Handbook of Clinical Pathology presents extensive information in tables, figures, and algorithms for quick reference. Physicians and other health care professionals will find The Handbook of Clinical Pathology a valued reference, useful every day. Medical students and students in laboratory medicine-related fields, will rely on it as a primary resource. Anyone who has relied on the first edition will want to own this updated and expanded edition.

ANNOTATION

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

FROM THE CRITICS

Amanda Tauscher

This is an updated version of a handbook first published in 1992. It is a comprehensive source of essential clinical pathology data presented in a format that can be quickly referenced. The purpose is to provide physicians and other healthcare professionals with a succinct reference. In addition, it could serve as a primary educational resource for medical students and students in allied health professions. There is an adequate amount of information on a wide variety of subjects; thus the editors fulfill their purpose. They emphasize the clinical significance of each test and also provide explanations linked to current basic science data. This book is written for medical students, physicians, and others who work in laboratory medicine. It is well-suited for this audience. A wide range of subjects found under the umbrella of clinical pathology are covered. The book is divided into 36 chapters on topics such as electrolytes, blood gases, urinary tests, serum proteins, tumor markers, cytogenetics, hemostatic disorders, and infectious diseases. As such, the book serves as a "one-stop shop" on a spectrum of topics ranging in nature from general (statistics, decision making, sample collection, etc.) to disease-specific (DIC, hepatitis, cystic fibrosis, etc.). The book has many tables that allow for quick access to usable information. A very useful didactic feature is the "key points" given at the beginning of each chapter. The references are up-to-date and the index is useful. This is an improved version of a good book. The alterations and additions are a reflection of recent changes in the field of clinical pathology. The book is precisely what a handbook should be --user-friendly and all-inclusive. In addition, the student or physician is provided with sufficiently detailed, clear explanations that are applicable to the practice or study of clinical and laboratory medicine.

Doody Review Services

Reviewer: Amanda Tauscher (University of Kansas Medical Center)Description: This is an updated version of a handbook first published in 1992. It is a comprehensive source of essential clinical pathology data presented in a format that can be quickly referenced. Purpose: The purpose is to provide physicians and other healthcare professionals with a succinct reference. In addition, it could serve as a primary educational resource for medical students and students in allied health professions. There is an adequate amount of information on a wide variety of subjects; thus the editors fulfill their purpose. They emphasize the clinical significance of each test and also provide explanations linked to current basic science data. Audience: This book is written for medical students, physicians, and others who work in laboratory medicine. It is well-suited for this audience. Features: A wide range of subjects found under the umbrella of clinical pathology are covered. The book is divided into 36 chapters on topics such as electrolytes, blood gases, urinary tests, serum proteins, tumor markers, cytogenetics, hemostatic disorders, and infectious diseases. As such, the book serves as a "one-stop shop" on a spectrum of topics ranging in nature from general (statistics, decision making, sample collection, etc.) to disease-specific (DIC, hepatitis, cystic fibrosis, etc.). The book has many tables that allow for quick access to usable information. A very useful didactic feature is the "key points" given at the beginning of each chapter. The references are up-to-date and the index is useful. Assessment: This is an improved version of a good book. The alterations and additions are a reflection of recent changes in the field of clinical pathology. The book is precisely what a handbook should be:user-friendly and all-inclusive. In addition, the student or physician is provided with sufficiently detailed, clear explanations that are applicable to the practice or study of clinical and laboratory medicine.

RATING

4 Stars! from Doody

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