Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference / Edition 4

US: Elsevier Science, 2000. Hardcover. Very Good. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Gain quick access to today's most important diagnostic tests and procedures with Mosby's Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference, 13th Edition! In this bestselling handbook, concise test entries are arranged alphabetically and reflect the latest in diagnostic testing and research. Each test includes vital information such as alternate or abbreviated test names, test explana tion, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, and guideline s to patient care before, during, and after the test. To simplify lookup, r elated tests are cross-referenced. From the expert author team of Kathleen, Timothy, and Theresa Pagana, this reference offers convenient A-to-Z thumb tabs, a compact size, and a durable cover for everyday use on the job. • UNIQUE! Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find. • Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z thumb ta bs, so you'll never have to search for a test by having to first determine its correct category or body system. • User's Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure, so y ou can minimize worry about having to repeat a test due to an error. • Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their families. • Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included w here applicable. • Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows.