Clinical Diagnostic Tests: How to Avoid Errors in Ordering Tests and Interpreting Results
Michael Laposata MD PhD, "Clinical Diagnostic Tests: How to Avoid Errors in Ordering Tests and Interpreting Results"
English | ISBN: 1620700832 | 2015 | 310 pages | EPUB | 471 KB
English | ISBN: 1620700832 | 2015 | 310 pages | EPUB | 471 KB
Clinical Diagnostic Tests is a convenient, quick-reference guide to common errors and pitfalls in test selection and result interpretation for practitioners and trainees in all areas of clinical medicine. Authored by recognized experts and educators in laboratory medicine, it provides timely, practical guidance about what to doÛand what not to doÛfor practitioners ordering or interpreting clinical tests. Each topic features a concise overview and summary followed by a list of bulleted Ïstandards of careÓ that will enable practitioners to quickly recognize and avert a potential problem.
Organized for easy access to critical information, this pithy guide addresses all major issues practitioners are likely to encounter during their day-to-day clinical work. It is intended for practitioners in pathology, laboratory medicine, primary care as well as nurse practitioners and physician assistants. It is also a valuable resource for clinical trainees and students who need to learn effective, efficient use of the clinical lab in practice.
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