Laboratory Diagnosis of Infectious Diseases: Essentials of Diagnostic Microbiology
Author Information
Paul G. Engelkirk Ph.D. MT(ASCP), Janet Duben-Engelkirk EdD MT(ASCP)Product Details
ISBN: 9780781797016Publish Date: 10/08/2007
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Number of pages: 754
Description
Designed for associate-degree MLT/CLT programs and baccalaureate MT/CLS programs, this textbook presents the essentials of clinical microbiology. It provides balanced coverage of specific groups of microorganisms and the work-up of clinical specimens by organ system, and also discusses the role of the microbiology laboratory in regard to emerging infections, healthcare epidemiology, and bioterrorism. Clinical case studies and self-assessment questions show how to incorporate the information into everyday practice.
More than 400 illustrations and visual information displays enhance the text. Essentials boxes, chapter outlines, key terms, summaries, and other study aids help students retain information.
A bound-in CD-ROM includes additional review questions, case studies, and Web links.