Andrew Day: Clinical Chemistry, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Many diseases have a biochemical basis, and many cause biochemical abnormalities. Clinical biochemistry (also known as chemical pathology) thus plays an important part in the diagnosis and management of many conditions. Clinical Chemistry, now in its tenth edition, covers these topics in detail. Each chapter covers the relevant basic science, along with discussion on diagnostic techniques and patient management, combined with practical case histories and quick-reference summaries. This book has been loved by generations of medical and biomedical science students the world over for its clear and engaging writing style and relevance to practice. It has now been fully updated throughout to reflect the latest field developments. Highly relevant to clinical practice - extensive use of clinical case studies, with red flags for results of immediate concernCovers the basic science of biochemistry while avoiding unnecessary detailSuitable for medical students as well as students and practitioners of clinical and biomedical science - ideal for integrated and problem-based curriculaClear and engaging writing style make understanding and learning easyHighly illustrated throughout - illustrations, charts and flow diagrams make challenging concepts memorableComplementary enhanced eBook including additional cases and self-assessment materialFully revised throughout to reflect latest advances in the field as relevant to clinical practiceNew and updated clinical casesNew references to core guidelines to reflect latest best practiceNew MLA Index references core patient presentations and conditions - to provide reassurance and assist medical students preparing for new UK exit exam