Laboratory & Diagnostic Testing in Ambulatory Care: A Guide for Health Care Professionals

Garrels, Marti MT(ASCP)

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Book Information
Edition:	3rd
Publisher:	Saunders, W. B.
ISBN:	1-4557-7246-1 (1455772461)
ISBN-13:	978-1-4557-7246-9 (9781455772469)
New Edition:	0-323-53223-3
Old Edition:	1-4377-1906-6
Format:	Textbook
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2015
Publish Date:	12/14
Weight:	1.61 Lbs.
Pages:	353
Carton Quantity:	24
Subject Class:	HRP (Health Related Professions)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Doody Star Rating:	3
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
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Class Specifications
Discipline:	Clinical Path
Subject Definition:	Clinical Lab Techniques-Methods; Ambulatory Care-Methods
NLM Class:	QY 25
LC Class:	RB37
Abstract:	Learn the lab testing skills you need to know! Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing in Ambulatory Care: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, 3rd Edition provides in-depth coverage of the most common procedures and techniques of all the new CLIA waived, point-of-care tests along with some moderately complex tests. Clear, step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs make it easy to perform each test and procedure. To reflect the expanding roles of medical assistants and medical lab technicians, this edition adds a new chapter on electrocardiography and spirometry. Written by noted medical assisting educator Marti Garrels, this guide also includes an Evolve companion website with videos, structured lab notes, and activities for extra practice with clinical laboratory skills. New to this edition: NEW illustrations and photographs showcase new technology and the performance of lab testing tasks. NEW! Electrocardiography and Spirometry chapter focuses on the role of the medical assistant and the lab technician in these diagnostic tests. NEW content updates the text with a focus on new technology and significant advances made in recent years, including the latest CLIA waived test methods.