The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics (Paperback)

Steven L. Gersen

ISBN 10: 1489997202 / ISBN 13: 9781489997203

Published by Springer-Verlag New York Inc., New York, 2015

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Paperback. In this thoroughly revised and expanded third edition of the highly praised classic, The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics, a panel of hands-on experts update their descriptions of the basic concepts and interpretations involved in chromosome analysis to include the many advances that have occurred in the field. Among the highlights are a full chapter devoted to advances in chromosome microarray, soon to become a standard of care in this field, as well as an update on chromosome nomenclature as reflected in ISCN 2009. Other features include an update on automation to reflect the current state of the art, an update on hematopoietic neoplasms to reflect the new WHO guidelines, and updates on all regulatory changes that have been implemented. Cutting edge and readily accessible, The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics, Third Edition offers physicians who depend on the cytogenetics laboratory for the diagnosis of their patients, students in cytogenetics programs, graduate and medical students studying for board examinations, cytogenetics technologists, and cytogeneticists a clear understanding of what happens in the cytogenetics laboratory to facilitate accurate and timely diagnoses. The thoroughly revised and expanded third edition of this highly praised book includes new material on automation, updates on hematopoietic neoplasms reflecting WHO guidelines, coverage of regulatory changes and a chapter on advances in chromosone microarray. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics (Paperback)
• Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc., New York
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1489997202
• ISBN 13: 9781489997203
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

In this thoroughly revised and expanded third edition of the highly praised classic, The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics, a panel of hands-on experts update their descriptions of the basic concepts and interpretations involved in chromosome analysis to include the many advances that have occurred in the field. Among the highlights are a full chapter devoted to advances in chromosome microarray, soon to become a standard of care in this field, as well as an update on chromosome nomenclature as reflected in ISCN 2009. Other features include an update on automation to reflect the current state of the art, an update on hematopoietic neoplasms to reflect the new WHO guidelines, and updates on all regulatory changes that have been implemented.

Cutting edge and readily accessible, The Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics, Third Edition offers physicians who depend on the cytogenetics laboratory for the diagnosis of their patients, students in cytogenetics programs, graduate and medical students studying for board examinations, cytogenetics technologists, and cytogeneticists a clear understanding of what happens in the cytogenetics laboratory to facilitate accurate and timely diagnoses.

About the Author

Steven L. Gersen, Ph.D.
AmeriPath Northeast, Shelton, CT, USA

Martha B. Keagle, M.Ed.
School of Agriculture, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA