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Book Detail
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Urinalysis and Body Fluids
Strasinger, Susan King
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780803639201 Category: Medical Technology Publisher: F.A. Davis Company Imprint: F.A. Davis Company Audience: College/higher education Dimensions: 10.6 x 0.8 x 8.3 in
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Synopsis:
- A clear, reader-friendly writing style
- More than 175 full-color slides of urines and body fluids positioned close to the related text
- Emphasis on laboratory safety, precautions relating to analysis of urine and body fluids, and the importance of quality assessment and management in the urinalysis laboratory
- Coverage of renal physiology and renal function testing
- Comprehensive discussions of the physical, chemical, and microscopic analyses of urine
- Clinical correlations that relate the most common diseases of glomerular, tubular, interstitial, vascular, and hereditary origins to their associated laboratory tests
- Learning features that help students navigate the chapters and apply theory to practice
- “Learning Outcomes” and “Key Terms” at the beginning of each chapter
- “Historical Notes” citing relevant tests that are no longer performed routinely
- “Technical Tips” emphasizing important information for practitioners
- “Procedure” and “Summary” boxes for quick reference and study
- “Study Questions” at the end of each chapter that emulate questions on certification examinations
- “Case Studies" and "Clinical Situations” to promote problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Strong student and instructor ancillaries online—including great procedural videos
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