Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology - Hardcover

Manuselis MA MT(ASCP), George; Mahon M.S.MT(ASCP), Connie R.; Lehman EdD MLS(ASCP)cm SM(NRCM), Donald C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1416025812 ISBN 13: 9781416025818

Publisher: Saunders, 2006

Synopsis

Completely updated and in full color, this 3rd edition covers all the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. A logical building-block approach supplies what students need to know in an easy-to-use, memorable format. Material is presented in a progressive manner, from basic principles and concepts to systematic identification of etiologic agents of infectious diseases, promoting greater understanding and the development of problem-solving skills. Part I of the text explains basic principles and concepts, setting up a firm foundation in microbiology. Building on these basics, Part II highlights methods for the identification of significant isolates. Part III uses an organ system approach to discuss the laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases ― with a focus on the most medically significant and commonly encountered diseases.

• More than 800 full-color illustrations.
• Hands-on procedures describe laboratory techniques.
• A case study begins each chapter with a related, real-life situation.
• All chapters make learning easier with features such as outlines, objectives, key terms, chapter summaries, points to remember, and learning assessment questions.

• Five new chapters:
• The Laboratory Role in Infection Control
• Biochemical Identification of Gram-Negative Bacteria
• Immunodiagnosis of Infectious Diseases
• Agents of Bioterror
• Biofilms: Architects of Disease
• Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing chapter has been expanded to include emerging microbial resistance and pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles and applications.
• Issues to Consider encourages critical thinking and analysis of featured case studies.
• Glossary of terms serves as a quick reference.
• New co-editor, Don Lehman, brings years of educational experience.

About this title

About the Author

Connie R. Mahon Director, Organization Development (Retired), Health Resources and Services Administration, Learning Institute, Rockville, Maryland; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Integrative Health Sciences Department, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, The George Washington University, Washington, DC

Edition details

• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1416025812
• ISBN 13: 9781416025818
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 1232