Understanding and Evaluating Common Laboratory Tests
Key Benefit: Organized by the various structures or substances being tested, this concise resource provides an overview of anatomy and physiology, as well as detailed discussions of laboratory testing techniques.  Key Topics:  Topics covered include specimen collection, normal values, and the implications of abnormal finding.  A unique chapter includes information on testing at the point of care and testing at home.  Self-test questions reinforce and review important information.  Market:  Nursing students, physician assistants, laboratory technologists, health related professionals.