Organized alphabetically. Now in its second edition, Delmar's Guide of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests adds over 50 new entries to its compilation of over 600 lab and diagnostic tests. The most current information is provided in an easy-to-use format ideal for both students and practitioners of nursing, medicine, and medical technology. The exceptionally straightforward and concise presentation of information allows you to focus on providing comprehensive care to your client having laboratory and diagnostic tests and procedures. Now for the first time 50 of the most used tests are included in PDA downloadable format on the accompanying CD-ROM, giving you free electronic access to the test and procedure information most needed.

Section I. Chapter 1: Understanding and Using Delmar?s Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests 2nd Edition. Chapter 2: The Ever-Expanding Role of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. Chapter 3: Standard Precautions. Chapter 4: Case Study Presentations. Section II: Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. List of References. Appendix. Appendix A: Abbreviation List. Appendix B: Venipuncture and Skin Puncture Procedures. Appendix C: Cancer Tumor Markers and Laboratory Tests used in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Malignant Tumors. Appendix D: Consent Form Sample. Appendix E: Therapeutic Blood Levels of Selected Drugs. Appendix F: Blood Sample for Central Line. Appendix G: Reference Laboratory Values. Appendix H: Routine Serum Electrolytes. Appendix I: Selected International Perspectives on Diagnostic Testing. Indices. List of tests by body system and function. List of tests by type. General index.