Rodak's Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications

Rodak's Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications, 7th Edition, provides hundreds of full-color photomicrographs to help you understand hematology and hemostasis. It details the parts and functions of the cell, shows how to accurately identify cells, covers normal hematopoiesis through diseases of erythroid, myeloid, lymphoid, and megakaryocytic origins, and simplifies hemostasis and thrombosis concepts and disorders. It also covers key topics such as working in the hematology and hemostasis laboratory, complementary testing areas such as flow cytometry, cytogenetics, and molecular diagnostics, and laboratory testing of blood cells and body fluid cells. The book includes more than 700 full-color illustrations and photomicrographs, instructions for laboratory procedures, case studies in each chapter, hematology and hemostasis reference intervals, and bullet chapter summaries. It also includes appendices with key formulas, abbreviations, and a detailed glossary.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 928 pages
Publication date: 24 May 2024
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Rodak's Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications, 7th Edition, is a comprehensive resource that utilizes hundreds of full-color photomicrographs to enhance your understanding of hematology and hemostasis. This edition delves into the intricate details of the cell, its functions, and accurate cell identification. It covers a wide range of hematopoietic disorders, including erythroid, myeloid, lymphoid, and megakaryocytic origins, providing a comprehensive overview of hematology. Additionally, the book simplifies hemostasis and thrombosis concepts and disorders, making it easier to grasp. The book's practical approach makes it suitable for clinical laboratory work, with sections on working in the hematology and hemostasis laboratory, complementary testing areas such as flow cytometry, cytogenetics, and molecular diagnostics, and laboratory testing of blood cells and body fluid cells. The text reflects the latest information on hematology and hemostasis, and the inclusion of more than 700 full-color illustrations and photomicrographs enhances the visualization of hematology concepts. Detailed instructions for laboratory procedures include figures and sources of errors, while case studies in each chapter offer opportunities to apply hematology concepts to real-life scenarios. Hematology and hemostasis reference intervals are listed on the inside front and back covers for quick reference, and bulleted chapter summaries make it easy to review important points. Learning objectives begin each chapter and indicate what you should achieve, with review questions appearing at the end. Appendices provide easy access to a list of key formulas, abbreviations, and a detailed glossary to complement learning.
New to this edition, the book includes a chapter on Patient Safety, which emphasizes the importance of patient safety in the clinical laboratory. It covers topics such as infection control, specimen handling, and laboratory safety protocols. The chapter also provides guidelines for reporting adverse events and ensuring patient confidentiality.

In conclusion, Rodak's Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications, 7th Edition is a valuable resource for students, healthcare professionals, and researchers in the field of hematology and hemostasis. Its comprehensive coverage, high-quality illustrations, and practical approach make it an essential tool for understanding and applying hematology concepts in clinical practice.

Weight: 1950g
Dimension: 276 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323936507
Edition number: 7 ed