ISBN: 1-84214-005-1
Godina izdanja: 2004
Jezik: Engleski
Oblast: Pulmologija
Autor: Strani

An Aid for Research and Diagnosis (Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series)

Izdavač: The Parthenon Publishing Group, London
Grupa autora.
Povez: tvrd
Broj strana: 135
Ilustrovano.
Format: 21,5 x 30,5 cm
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DESCRIPTION: This is a useful reference for the technical and practical analysis of induced sputum samples in the setting of nonmalignant conditions. The book discusses and illustrates the utility and limitations of sputum as a clinical sample and reviews assays not currently used in the clinical laboratory.

PURPOSE: This is a reference for all individuals involved in clinical pulmonary research. It is useful in that it brings together data that is not otherwise easily accessible. The author achieved the goal of providing a resource to clinical researchers who are considering the use of sputum analysis.

FEATURES: This is a compendium of assays that measure both the soluble and cellular constituents of sputum. Sputum is often subjected to cytologic and microbiologic analysis. This book provides a summary of information on assays that are currently used in the research setting and that someday may become more important in a clinical setting.

ASSESSMENT: This is a valuable resource for clinical researchers involved in the study of lung

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