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 The most current and relevant tests are included; outdated tests have been eliminated.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.
This eighth edition features new clinical cases from The Coakley Collection, new questions from The Deacon's Challenge of Biochemical Calculations Collection, plus new content throughout the text to ensure you stay ahead of all the latest ...
In a top-down analysis, high mass accuracy and isotope ratio information can be used to gain confidence in the specificity ... With the availability of a suitable IS, calibration material, separation strategy, and high-performance MS, ...
Tietz's Applied Laboratory Medicine, Second Edition: Presents over 100 cases organised by disease group Reflects latest treatment and risk factor guidelines, testing algorithms and recommendations Newly covers coagulopathies, infectious ...
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Protein Enrichment Quantitative top-down or intact mass spectrometric measurements of proteins require significant simplification of the matrix before being analyzed by MS. For some peptides and small proteins, this can be achieved ...
A collection of short stories based on real medical and forensic cases.
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... true positive results plus false positive results is referred to as: a. clinical sensitivity of a positive result. b. clinical specificity of a positive result. c. prevalence of the disease. d. predictive value of a positive result.
Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics: Use and Assessment of Clinical Laboratory Results
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