Special tests provides you with an essential understanding of the most commonly performed diagnostic tests. Hundreds of tests are included, giving the most up-to date description of how they are used in the investigation of disease. This book describes the nature and purpose of each test, the preparation and procedure involved and the significance of the results. The physical and psychological preparation of the patient is given special attention. The tests are grouped in chapters based on the activities of living. The quick reference will enable you to provide improved patient education and support to patients under your care.Easy reference to a wide range of the most commonly performed diagnostic testsProvides a clear guide to the range, nature and significance of the tests Unique range of tests covered and uniquely organized by activities of livingUp to date description of how the tests are used in the investigation of diseaseUser friendly format Thoroughly updated with new sections on the following: 'Point of care' and 'near patient' testingManagement of 'high risk' specimensRadioisotope scanning of various organsGallium scanningPositron emission tomography (PET)Ambulatory cardiac monitoringPulse oximetryChemical markers for myocardial ischaemiaCoagulation factor assaysTesting for autoantibodiesTumour markersSerum zinc estimationSalivary gland radiologyOesophageal scanningDetection of gastrointestinal bleedingIdentification of pancreatic tumoursPreimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)Screening by prostatic specific antigen (PSA)Placental and fetal monitoringCordocentesisLiquid-based cytology for cervical cytologyDrug monitoringLatest diagnostic testsNew user-friendly page designNew flexicover will make it more user-friendly in clinical situations
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