Case Studies in Clinical Laboratory Science

Case Studies in Clinical Laboratory Science Unique in its approach and comprehensive in subject matter, Case Studies in Clinical Laboratory Science is the only text to present case studies from the broad spectrum of disciplines within the clinical laboratory science field. Going beyond the traditional medical model of case studies, real-life scenarios are presented that not only correlate results with disease states, but also serve as problem-solving and critical thinking exercises. A multidisciplinary approach allows one to experience how departments work together to help health professionals make a diagnosis and determine the best course for treatment. Features Include: 55 Case Studies in 6 main disciplines that include relevant data from the patient's medical history and physical examination as well as laboratory results. 11 Blood Bank Cases 12 Chemistry Cases 10 Hematology Cases 5 Immunology Cases 10 Microbiology Cases 7 Urinalysis Cases Critical Thinking Questions presented for each case study that test analysis, synthesis and evaluation. References included within each case study provide sources for current up-to-date information. Other Titles of Interest Leach, Outline Review of Clinical Laboratory Science, 0-13-018404-7 Ciulla, Prentice Hall Health's Review of Clinical Laboratory Science, 3/e, 0-8385-0340-3 Fremgen/Bloom, Phlebotomy, 0-8359-6164-8 Becan-McBride/Garza, Prentice Hall Health's Q&A Review for Phlebotomy, 5e, 0-13-088715-3 McKenzie, Hematology, 0-13-019996-6Elizabeth Gockel-Blessing is the author of 'Case Studies in Clinical Laboratory Science', published 2001 under ISBN 9780130887115 and ISBN 0130887110.