Mosby's® Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, 17th Edition

• NEW! Information on Ebola and Monkey pox (mpox) is included in virus testing content.
• NEW! Tests are reorganized and combined with similar tests to streamline content and provide better searchability.
• NEW! Content reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results, accuracy of testing, and patient care and education for each test.
• Tests organized alphabetically with A-to-Z thumb tabs for quick reference.
• User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find.
• Related tests are cross-referenced, making them easy to find.
• Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable to provide complete clinical data.
• Possible critical values are highlighted to alert the reader to situations requiring immediate intervention.
• Abnormal findings are emphasized with directional arrows.
• Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their families.
• Appendix lists tests by body system and test type, offering quick access to related studies.
• Abbreviations for tests are provided on the end sheets, and symbols and units of measurement are listed in an appendix.
• Durable cover with rounded edges helps prevent the book from being damaged.

Common reference ranges
Routine blood testing
Routine urine testing

List of figures
User’s guide to test preparation and procedures

Diagnostic & laboratory tests
Tests presented in alphabetical order

Appendices
Appendix A: List of tests by body system
Appendix B: List of tests by type
Appendix C: Disease and organ panels
Appendix D: Symbols and units of measurement

Index

Abbreviations for diagnostic and laboratory tests