Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference (Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference)

This comprehensive, up-to-date clinical handbook features laboratory and diagnostic tests organised alphabetically for quick reference. Each test includes: alternative or abbreviated test names; type of test; normal findings; possible critical values; test explanation and related physiology; contraindications; potential complications; interfering factors; procedure and patient care; home care responsibilities; and abnormal findings. It's relied on by nursing students, nurses, hospitals, home healthcare agencies and allied health professionals everywhere.