In full color for the first time, 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.
A Brandon-Hill Recommended Title.
Diagnostic Testing Blood Studies; Hematology and Coagulation Urine Studies Stool Studies Cerebrospinal Fluid Studies Chemistry Studies Microbiologic Studies Immunodiagnostic Studies Nuclear Medicine Studies X-ray Studies Cytology, Histology, and Genetic Studies Endoscopic Studies Ultrasound Studies Pulmonary Function, Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs), and Electrolyte Studies Prenatal Diagnosis and Tests of Fetal Well Being Special Systems, Organ Functions, and Post-Mortem Studies Appendices Standard/Universal Precautions Latex and Rubbery Allergy Precautions Sedation and Analgesia Precautions Conversions From Conventional to Systeme and International (SI) Units Guidelines for Specimen Transport and Storage Vitamins in Human Nutrition Minerals in Human Nutrition Examples of Forms Panic or Critical Values Effects of the Most Commonly Used Drugs on Frequently Ordered Laboratory Tests(Blood, Whole Plasma, Serum, Stool, and Urine) Protocols for Hair, Nails, Saliva, Sputum, and Breath Specimen Collection Protocols for Evidentiary Collection in Criminal or Forensic Cases Index
