This leading comprehensive reference covers a broad range of laboratory and diagnostic tests and studies, grouped according to specimen and function/test type (e.g. blood, urine, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, etc.). Each test is described in detail, with step-by-step guidance on correct procedure and tips for accurate interpretation. The purpose of "A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests" is to promote the delivery of safe, effective, and informed care for patients undergoing diagnostic tests and procedures and also to provide the clinician and student with a unique resource. This comprehensive manual provides a foundation for understanding the relatively simple to the most highly complex diagnostic tests that are delivered to varied populations in varied settings.
