Book Description
Includes information on laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of many adult and pediatric conditions.
Author : Jacques Burton Wallach
Publisher : Little, Brown Medical Division
Page : 1116 pages
File Size : 29,43 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Medical
ISBN :
Includes information on laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of many adult and pediatric conditions.
Author : Mary A. Williamson
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 1334 pages
File Size : 25,63 MB
Release : 2012-03-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1451153775
Wallach’s Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests, now in its Ninth Edition, has been completely revised and updated by a new author team from the Department of Hospital Laboratories, UMass Memorial Medical Center faculty, who are carrying on the tradition of Jacques Wallach’s teachings. This text serves as a practical guide to the use of laboratory tests which aids physicians in using tests more effectively and efficiently by offering test outcomes, possible meanings, differential diagnosis, and summaries of tests available. The book has been reorganized into 2 sections. The first section is devoted to an alphabetical listing of laboratory tests while stressing the integration of the clinical laboratory in the clinical decision making process. Test sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative infectious disease probabilities are included whenever appropriate. Microbiology tests are listed in a separate chapter. The second section is devoted to disease states. Where appropriate, a patient’s chief complaint and/or physical findings are initially presented with subsequent discussions focused on discrete disease states as they relate to a patient’s chief complaint. Current molecular diagnostic testing, cytogenetics, common pitfalls, test limitations, and identification of appropriate tests for specific clinical presentations are also addressed. Ninth Edition highlights include: Detailed listing and description of routine and esoteric tests listed alphabetically, with information on when to order and how to interpret the test results based on evidence-based laboratory medicine. Information on how to work up patients with specific symptoms and the appropriate lab tests to order Up-to-date test procedures including molecular diagnostic tests Detailed microbiology chapter of infectious diseases
Author : Jacques Burton Wallach
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 1202 pages
File Size : 29,89 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780781730556
Providing the answers for a range of adult and paediatric conditions, this text summarises the available tests for most diseases, explaining what the results mean, and discussing differential diagnoses. It also includes additional tests based on molecular biology.
Author : Jacques Burton Wallach
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 19,37 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780781712217
This condensed, pocket-sized version of Dr. Wallach's Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests, Sixth Edition is a portable quick-reference guide to common laboratory tests. It provides immediate answers to everyday questions such as whether a test result is normal or abnormal and what might be causing an abnormal result. Readers can search for answers in the way that best suits their needs--by the index or table of contents or by specific test, result (normal/abnormal), or disease.
Author : Andr? A. Rupp
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 47,82 MB
Release : 2010-04-09
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1606235281
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of diagnostic classification models (DCMs), which are useful for statistically driven diagnostic decision making. DCMs can be employed in a wide range of disciplines, including educational assessment and clinical psychology. For the first time in a single volume, the authors present the key conceptual underpinnings and methodological foundations for applying these models in practice. Specifically, they discuss a unified approach to DCMs, the mathematical structure of DCMs and their relationship to other latent variable models, and the implementation and estimation of DCMs using Mplus. The book's highly accessible language, real-world applications, numerous examples, and clearly annotated equations will encourage professionals and students to explore the utility and statistical properties of DCMs in their own projects. This book will appeal to professionals in the testing industry; professors and students in educational, school, clinical, and cognitive psychology. It will also serve as a useful text in doctoral-level courses in diagnostic testing, cognitive diagnostic assessment, test validity, diagnostic assessment, advanced educational measurement, psychometrics, and item response theory
Author : Alan H. B. Wu
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1857 pages
File Size : 34,62 MB
Release : 2006-06-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1437719872
This new edition of Norbert Tietz's classic handbook presents information on common tests as well as rare and highly specialized tests and procedures - including a summary of the utility and merit of each test. Biological variables that may affect test results are discussed, and a focus is placed on reference ranges, diagnostic information, clinical interpretation of laboratory data, interferences, and specimen types. New and updated content has been added in all areas, with over 100 new tests added. - Tests are divided into 8 main sections and arranged alphabetically. - Each test includes necessary information such as test name (or disorder) and method, specimens and special requirements, reference ranges, chemical interferences and in vivo effects, kinetic values, diagnostic information, factors influencing drug disposition, and clinical comments and remarks. - The most current and relevant tests are included; outdated tests have been eliminated. - Test index (with extensive cross references) and disease index provide the reader with an easy way to find necessary information - Four new sections in key areas (Preanalytical, Flow Cytometry, Pharmacogenomics, and Allergy) make this edition current and useful. - New editor Alan Wu, who specializes in Clinical Chemistry and Toxicology, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this edition. - The Molecular Diagnostics section has been greatly expanded due to the increased prevalence of new molecular techniques being used in laboratories. - References are now found after each test, rather than at the end of each section, for easier access.
Author : Laura M. Gunder McClary
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 49,36 MB
Release : 2010-09-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1449618081
Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals is a concise, accessible introduction to medical genetics for all health professions students. Even with limited exposure to genetics, students can use the accelerated approach in this text to attain a base foundation of genetics knowledge. This book begins with a review of chromosomes, DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, and inheritance patterns and continues with a clinical focus based on understanding different disease processes. A variety of genetic diseases are explored, including what is known about the genetics involved, the signs and symptoms of the disease, and the treatment options available. Accompanying tables and images aid comprehension. This book also covers diagnostic techniques and an overview of embryonic development and teratogens. The roles of genetic counseling and screening, as well as the ethical and legal issues related to genetic screening and genetic testing are also discussed. Complete with stated objectives, definition of key terms, references, chapter summaries and end of chapter review questions with answers, each chapter is organized for optimal learning. Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals will not only have application in the classroom setting for health professions or medical students, but practicing clinicians such as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and physicians who want to learn more or revisit genetics will also find this book a valuable, useful resource. Instructor Resources include PowerPoint Slides, a TestBank, and an Image Bank.
Author : Shannon Miller
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 1984 pages
File Size : 38,66 MB
Release : 2018-11-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1496371003
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Thoroughly updated with the latest international evidence-based research and best practices, the comprehensive sixth edition of the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s (ASAM) official flagship textbook reviews the science and art behind addiction medicine and provides health care providers with the necessary information to not only properly diagnose and treat their patients, but to also serve as change agents to positively impact clinical service design and delivery, as well as global health care policy.
Author : J. Jill Heatley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 659 pages
File Size : 44,83 MB
Release : 2020-03-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0470960353
Exotic Animal Laboratory Diagnosis is a practical, user-friendly guide to diagnostic testing in a wide range of exotic species. Offers complete information on obtaining samples, performing tests, and interpreting laboratory results in exotic animals Presents information on each species using a similar format for easy access Emphasizes details on clinical biochemistries, urinalysis, and common laboratory diagnostic tests not found in other resources Draws together information on selecting, performing, and using diagnostic tests into a single easy-to-use resource Covers a wide range of species, including small mammals, primates, reptiles, aquatic animals, and wild, laboratory, and pet birds
Author : Jerome P. Kassirer
Publisher : LWW
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 26,20 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Education
ISBN :
Employs a case-based approach to teach the basics of clinical reasoning, discusses steps in the clinical reasoning process, inductive and deductive strategies, data collection and its flaws, and assessing the reliability of clinical evidence.