Pagana's Canadian Manual of Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 3rd Edition
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
Written exclusively for a Canadian market, Pagana’s Canadian Manual of Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests, 3rd Edition, provides clear, concise coverage of more than 700 of the most commonly performed tests, with Canadian lab values, SI units, Canadian cultural considerations, and unique Canadian content. Its many student-friendly features include an easy-to-understand writing style, full-colour illustrations, and a logical organization. Each test entry is presented in a consistent format to provide quick access to information on specimen collection, normal findings, indications, test explanation, procedure and patient care, and test results and clinical significance, as well as any applicable contraindications, potential complications, critical values, interfering factors, and related tests. This edition has been updated to reflect the latest procedures, equipment, and techniques, along with 35 of the most current laboratory and diagnostic tests. Plus, Canadian guidelines are highlighted by a maple leaf icon for easy reference!
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- NEW! Coverage includes 35 of the most current laboratory and diagnostic tests, including Coronavirus testing.
- NEW! Guidelines for Patient Preparation and Procedures chapter consolidates and streamlines routine guidelines and procedures for obtaining blood specimens into one chapter. Subsequent chapters refer to this content as appropriate.
- NEW! Critical Values feature has expanded into Critical Values Alerts, with real-life case studies to alert the reader to the impact of the critical value on patient care.
- NEW! Icon in Procedure and Patient Care sections indicates when blood will need to be collected.
- NEW! Additional tests are available on the Evolve companion website.
- NEW! Updated photographs and illustrations clarify key concepts and reflect the latest procedures, equipment, and techniques.
- NEW! Illustration shows how to accurately obtain a nasopharyngeal specimen.
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1. Guidelines for Patient Preparation and Procedures
2. Blood Studies
3. Electrodiagnostic Tests
4. Endoscopic Studies
5. Fluid Analysis Studies
6. Manometric Studies
7. Microscopic Examinations
8. Nuclear Scanning
9. Stool Tests
10. Ultrasound Studies
11. Urine Studies
12. X-Ray Studies
13. Additional Studies
Appendixes
A. Alphabetical List of Tests
B. List of Tests by Body System
C. Common Testing Profiles
D. Common Abbreviations and Acronyms
E. List of Common Blood Tests and Values
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Index
Inside Back Cover: Common Units of Measurement
