Clinical biochemistry. An illustrated colour text

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The 3rd Edition of this popular volume in the Illustrated Colour Text series uses a practical, clinical approach to focus on exactly what practitioners need to know to understand, order and interpret laboratory results. All aspects of biochemistry relevant to patient care are covered. Each topic appears on its own two-page spread to make the information easy-to-understand. Flowcharts, boxes, summary points, case histories, and a wealth of illustrations facilitate comprehension and bring the subject to life. Completely updated and revised throughout, it encompasses our understanding of all of the latest developments in the field and their implications for patient care. Covers clinical biochemistry from the point of view of the clinician. Presents topics in easily accessible two-page spreads, with mini case histories, key point boxes, flowcharts, and summary points. Provides abundant four-color illustrations and photographs. Covers five new topics: Urinalysis, Dynamic Function Tests, Point-of-Care Testing, Inborn Errors of Metabolism, and Body Fluids (CSF and Ascites). Features a new co-author, Dr. Michael Murphy.