Medical Laboratory Science

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Understand the essential theoretical principles of clinical immunology and the serological and molecular techniques commonly used in the laboratory. Begins with an introduction to the immune system; then explores basic immunologic procedures; examines immune disorders; and studies the serological and molecular diagnosis of infectious disease. Includes review questions and case studies help you assess your mastery of the material.

A comprehensive, yet reader-friendly, resource for all levels of hematology laboratory education, offering a visually engaging design and effective learning features that help students master the content.

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This atlas offers complete coverage of the basics of hematologic morphology, including examination of the peripheral blood smear, maturation of the blood cell lines, and information on a variety of clinical disorders. Photomicrographs, schematic diagrams, and electron micrographs clearly illustrate hematology from normal cell maturation to the development of various pathologies.

More than 500 illustrations, tables, and boxes that help students master difficult concepts, including those not routinely illustrated and highlighted in other texts Coverage of transfusion for transplantation. Full-color, step-by-step photographs illustrating ABO forward and reverse blood grouping. Discussions of the legal and ethical aspects of providing blood collection and transfusion services. Complete coverage of all blood group systems. Information on quality assurance and informational systems in the blood bank.

Covers all topics in transfusion medicine and clinical and laboratory-based coagulation. Coverage includes essential updates on peripheral blood and bone marrow hematopoietic progenitor cells, as well as cord blood banking and regenerative medicine. The authors also examine advances in therapeutic apheresis and new cellular therapies.

Uses a reader-friendly "building-block" approach to the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. Includes new content on viruses like Zika, an expanded molecular chapter, and the latest information on prevention, treatment modalities, and CDC guidelines. Updated photos offer clear examples of automated lab instruments, while case studies, review questions, and learning objectives present information in an easy-to-understand, accessible manner for students at every level.

Medical microbiology concerns the nature, distribution and activities of microbes and their impact on health and wellbeing. This text provides comprehensive coverage of infection from the microbial perspective, combining a clear introduction to key principles with a focus explicitly geared to modern clinical practice.

Detailed life cycle drawings for each parasite. Color photos throughout the chapters and in an Atlas that groups related organisms for ease of comparison. Case studies encouraging critical thinking. Review questions after the discussion of each parasite. Post-tests providing a thorough review of the chapter. Laboratory procedures.