The text is an excellent reference for practitioners, students, and laypeople who want a review of basic hematology and transfusion therapy. Dailey's Notes on Blood, Third Edition Dailey's Notes on Blood is a comprehensive review of the circulatory system, blood coagulation, and transfusion therapy. The author successfully demystifies the hematologic system and enhances the reader's understanding of complex areas, such as the intrinsic and extrinsic clotting mechanism. The book is a self-learning module. The text begins with the normal circulatory system components and the function of the various blood cell types.
Chapters highlight the origin, structure, and function of the cells.
The remainder of the text deals with abnormalities in coagulation and transfusion therapy. Additional key areas discussed are the immune response, component transfusion therapy, volume expansions, and blood typing and processing information. Review questions conveniently are placed after each chapter to encourage self-assessment. Answers can be found by reviewing the text or turning to the answer section located at the end of the book. A glossary of the most prominent terms is provided, as well as an appendix of normal values for selected diagnostic tests.