Evidence Based Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Alberto M. Marchevsky, Mark Wick
2011 | 375 Pages | ISBN: 1441910298


Focusing on practical, patient related issues, this volume provides the basic concepts of Evidence Based Medicine (EBM) as they relate to Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and presents various practical applications. It includes EBM concepts for use in the identification of cost-effective panels of immunostains and other laboratory tests and for improvement of diagnostic accuracy based on the identification of sel ected diagnostic features for particular differential diagnosis. EBM concepts are also put forth for use in Meta-analysis to integrate the results of conflicting literature reports and use of novel analytical tools such as Bayesian belief networks, neural networks, multivariate statistics and decision tree analysis for the development of new diagnostic and prognostic models for the evaluation of patients. This volume will be of great value to pathologists who will benefit fr om the concepts being promoted by EBM, such as levels of evidence, use of Bayesian statistics to develop diagnostic and other rules and stronger reliance on "hard data" to support therapeutic and diagnostic modalities.

Richard A. McPherson MD, Matthew R. Pincus MD PhD
"Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods, 22nd Edition"
Saunders | 2011-08-02 | ISBN: 1437709745 | 1568 pages

Recognized as the definitive book in laboratory medicine since 1908, Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods, edited by Richard A. McPherson, MD and Matthew R. Pincus, MD, PhD, is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary pathology reference that gives you state-of-the-art guidance on lab test selection and interpretation of results. Revisions throughout keep you current on the latest topics in the field, such as biochemical markers of bone metabolism, clinical enzymology, pharmacogenomics, and more! A user-friendly full-color layout as well as online access to the full text and complete image bank at www.expertconsult.com put all the latest, most essential knowledge at your fingertips.

Update your understanding of the scientific foundation and clinical application of today's complete range of laboratory tests.
Get optimal test results with guidance on error detection, correction, and prevention as well as cost-effective test selection.
Reference the information you need quickly and easily thanks to a full-color layout, many new color illustrations and visual aids, and an organization by organ system.

Master all the latest approaches in clinical laboratory medicine with new and updated coverage of:

-the chemical basis for analyte assays and common interferences;
-lipids and dyslipoproteinemia;
-markers in the blood for cardiac injury evaluation and related stroke disorders;
-coagulation testing for antiplatelet drugs such as aspirin and clopidogrel;
-biochemical markers of bone metabolism;
-clinical enzymology;
-hematology and transfusion medicine;
-medical microbiology;
-body fluid analysis;
-and many other rapidly evolving frontiers in the field.

A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests, North American Edition

Frances Talaska Fischbac
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 8th edition (May 1, 2008) | ISBN: 0781771943 | Pages: 1344

Now in its Eighth Edition, this leading comprehensive manual helps nurses deliver safe, effective, and informed care for patients undergoing diagnostic tests and procedures. The book covers a broad range of laboratory and diagnostic tests and studies that are delivered to varied patient populations in varied settings. Tests are 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, tips for accurate interpretation, and instructions for patient preparation and aftercare. Clinical Alerts highlight critical safety information.

Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests

Denise D. Wilson
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional | 2007 | ISBN-10: 0071481524 | 608 Pages

McGraw-Hill's Manual of Laboratory & Diagnostic Tests focuses specifically on what you need to know to understand the test, educate the patient, and provide safe, effective care before, during, and after the test. In addition, this easy-to-use clinical companion is the only text to actively incorporate evidence-based practice features throughout, both in test monographs and appendices-a major advantage that enhances your ability to apply the book's content to your daily practice.

Davis's Comprehensive Handbook of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests With Nursing Implications
May 2003 | ISBN-10: 0803610424 | 1190 pages

Davis's Comprehensive Handbook of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests With Nursing Implications easy-to-read text of 388 monographs, 508 tests, and 2,924 test interpretations is designed for practical day-to-day use for nursing students.

Essential Physiological Biochemistry: An Organ-Based Approach
342 pages | Wiley (February 15, 2010) |

This text provides a fresh, accessible introduction to human metabolism that shows how the physiological actions of selected organs can be explained by their particular biochemical processes.

Focusing on metabolic integration, rather than pathways, this book opens with three introductory chapters that explore the principles of metabolism and its control before moving onto ‘themed’ chapters that investigate liver, communication systems (endocrine and neurological), blood and vascular system, muscle and adipose tissue and renal biochemistry.

Targeted at non-biochemistry majors who need to get to grips with key biochemical concepts and ideas, this textbook is an essential guide for all undergraduate biomedical science, sports science, nutrition and other allied health students.

Key features:
A fresh, accessible primer that adopts a unique, organ-system based approach to human metabolism.
Assumes only a basic understanding of chemistry.
Chapters are arranged specifically to enable readers to grasp key concepts and to aid understanding.
Some chapters include ‘Case Notes, illustrating key aspects of metabolism in cells, tissues and organs.

A Practical Guide to Frozen Section Technique
Springer | 2009-12-11 | ISBN: 1441912339 | 194 pages

A Practical Guide to Frozen Section Technique offers an easy to learn approach to frozen section technique in the form of a highly illustrated handbook intended for onsite use in the laboratory. The book begins with a novel, clearly delineated, step by step approach to learning continuous motion brush technique. Emphasis is placed on recognizing and correcting artifacts during the preparation process. The book addresses all of the steps in the preparation of slides from cutting through cover-slipping. The author’s unique, original techniques for tissue embedding including face down embedding in steel well bars, frozen block cryoembedding and paper cryoembedding are detailed. Variables key to the quality of the preparation including block temperature, tissue properties and section thickness are detailed. The book also covers understanding the cryostat and basic maintenance and care.Sections covering techniques used in Mohs dermatologic surgery, and techniques used in basic animal and human research are discussed by noted experts in their field.

A Practical Guide to Frozen Section Technique will be of great value to pathologists, pathology residents in training and also experimental pathology researchers that rely upon this methodology to perform tissue analysis in research.

Walter E. Finkbeiner, Philip C. Ursell, Richard L. Davis

Autopsy Pathology: A Manual and Atlas: Expert Consult
English | 2009 | ISBN: 1416054537 | 364 pages

This how-to guide presents today's most complete coverage of performing, interpreting, and reporting post-mortem examinations. In addition to discussing the basics of the specialty, this lasting and useful reference features information on the performance of specialized autopsy procedures. The material is divided into two sections for ease of use: a manual covering specific autopsy procedures, biosafety, generation of autopsy reports, preparation of death certificates, and other essential subjects; and an atlas, organized by organ system, that captures the appearance of the complete spectrum of autopsy findings. The updated second edition features a new chapter on the popular topic of forensic pathology and the Expert Consult functionality allows you to access the entire contents of the book online.

- Focuses on hospital autopsy, while also providing a brief introduction to forensic autopsy.
- Examines autopsy photography and radiology, microscopic examination, supplemental laboratory studies, and other investigative approaches.
- Includes a chapter on performing special dissection procedures that are usually not covered during a typical residency.
- Presents over 590 full-color photographs depicting common gross and microscopic autopsy findings for every part of the body.
- Correlates pathologic findings with their clinical causes to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Covers the hot topic of forensic pathology in a new chapter introducing the subspecialty.
- Addresses the latest legal, social, and ethical issues as well as quality improvement and quality assurance.
- Features improved images in the Atlas section to give an even more useful visual reference.
- Allows you to access the entire contents of the book online, from any internet connection through Expert Consult.

"Blood Cell: An Overview of Studies in Hematology"

Terry E. Moschandreou
InTeOp | 2012 | ISBN: 9535107538 9789535107538 | 359 pages

This book aims to provide an overview of current knowledge pertaining to our understanding of hematology. The main subject areas will include blood cell morphology and function, the pathophysiology and genetics of hematological disorders and malignancies, blood testing and typing, and the processes governing hematopoiesis.

Blood cell physiology, biochemistry and blood flow are covered in this book. This text is designed for hematologists, pathologists and laboratory staff in training and in practice.
The work presented in this book will be of benefit to medical students and to researchers of hematology and blood flow in the microcirculation.

Contents
Preface
Section 1 Main Concepts
1 Platelets
2 Rediscovering Red Blood Cells: Revealing Their Dynamic Antigens Store and Its Role in Health and Disease
3 Homocysteine in Red Blood Cells Metabolism - Pharmacological Approaches
4 Pluripotent Stem Cells in Bone Marrow and Cord Blood
5 C-Reactive Protein
6 Whole Blood RNA Analysis, Aging and Disease
7 Proliferation and Differentiation of Hematopoietic Cells and Preservation of Immune Functions
8 Spontaneous Alternation Behavior in Human Neutrophils
9 RBC-ATP Theory of Regulation for Tissue Oxygenation-ATP Concentration Model
Section 2 Measurement of RBC Defbrmability and Microflu id ics Technology for Cell Separation
10 Measurement Techniques for Red Blood Cell Defbrmability: Recent Advances
11 Use of Microflu id ic Technology for Cell Separation
Section 3 Applications in Haematology
12 Tigers Blood: Haematological and Biochemical Studies
13 Ascites Syndrome in Broiler Chickens - A Physiological Syndrome Affected by Red Blood Cell
14 The Effects of the Far-Infrared Ray (FIR) Energy Radiation on Living Body
15 Laboratory Reference Intervals in Africa
16 Principles of Blood Transfusion

Nursing Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests DeMYSTiFied

James Edward Keogh
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 ed (Oct 12, 2009) | ISBN: 0071623809 | English | 629 pages


The painless way for nurses to learn laboratory and diagnostic testing!

Nursing Laboratory & Diagnostic Tests Demystified offers a clear, step-by-step blueprint to understanding the laboratory and diagnostic tests most often performed by nurses. You will learn what each test is, why it is ordered, how it is performed, how patients should prepare, how long it takes to get the results, how to interpret the results, and what the nursing implications are. Topics are presented in a logical learn-as-you-go sequence, building on what you’ve learned, and you’ll be able to test your knowledge with chapter-ending questions and a final exam.

Confidently perform:

- Hematology Tests
- Electrolytes
- Liver Tests
- Glucose Tests
- Maternity Tests
- Pregnancy and Genetic Tests
- Skin Tests
- Renal Function Tests
- Ultrasound Scans
- MRIs
- Diagnostic Radiologic Tests
- Cardiovascular Tests
- And many more

Nursing Laboratory & Diagnostic Tests Demystified is the fastest, easiest, and most enjoyable way to get up to speed on the medical tests nurses must be proficient at.