Dacie And Lewis Practical Haematology

For more than 65 years, this best-selling text by Drs. Barbara J. Bain, Imelda Bates, and Mike A. Laffan has been the worldwide standard in laboratory haematology. The 12th Edition of Dacie and Lewis Practical Haematology continues the tradition of excellence with thorough coverage of all of the techniques used in the investigation of patients with blood disorders, including the latest technologies as well as traditional manual methods of measurement. You’ll find expert discussions of the principles of each test, possible causes of error, and the interpretation and clinical significance of the findings. A unique section on haematology in under-resourced laboratories. Ideal as a laboratory reference or as a comprehensive exam study tool. Each templated, easy-to-follow chapter has been completely updated, featuring new information on haematological diagnosis, molecular testing, blood transfusion- and much more. Complete coverage of the latest advances in the field. An expanded section on coagulation now covers testing for new anticoagulants and includes clinical applications of the tests.

Highly Commended at 2012 BMA awards in Internal Medicine Category. Recognized worldwide as the standard reference work, Dacie & Lewis Practical Haematology is a must have reference for any haematology laboratory. It covers all of the techniques used in the investigation of patients with blood disorders, including the latest technologies as well as the tried and true manual methods of measurement. It discusses the principles of each test, possible causes of error, the rationale for choosing one method over another and the interpretation, significance and clinical relevance of these findings. Each chapter conforms to a template, providing quick access to key information

This unique book is written by Barbara Bain, a leadinghaematologist with a reputation for her educational prowess in thefield. It provides a concise overview of the haemoglobinopathies andfocuses on the selection, performance, and interpretation ofrelevant laboratory tests. The tests dealt with are mainly thosedone regularly in diagnostic haematology laboratories. Where morespecialist tests are required, the reader is given an overview ofwhat the specialist centre will do, with guidance on what theresult will imply. This book is extremely practical in orientation and is anessential reference volume in the haematology laboratory. Haemoglobinopathy Diagnosis is ideal for: Trainees and residents in haematology Hematologists in practice Laboratory scientists Why Buy This Book? New Edition - Fully updated, with 43 new pictures and 37 pagesof illustrated clinical cases to use for teaching andself-evaluation Essential reference volume for the haematology laboratory Focuses on diagnosis Very practical in its approach In addition to the self-assessment case studies, contains "testyour knowledge" sections at the end of every chapter Remarkably comprehensive for a compact book

Written by one of the world's leading haematologists, and three renowned histopathologists, Bone Marrow Pathology provides a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis of bone marrow disease. Now in its Third Edition, the text has been extensively revised and rewritten to reflect the latest advances in the field. Features: An extremely practical, up-to-the-minute text incorporating the new WHO classification of haematopoietic malignancies A comprehensive text written with great precision and clarity of style Incorporates a new section 'Problems and Pitfalls' - a unique section that will aid the working pathologist faced with a difficult situation An important text for the haematologist, histopathologist and haematopathologist with equal weight given to peripheral blood, aspirate, trephine biology and specialized techniques Extensively illustrated with many of the photographs being of paraffin-embedded sections Combines all the techniques now applied to bone marrow diagnosis, including immunocytochemistry, flow cytometery, immunohistochemistry and the diagnostic role of cytogenetic and molecular genetic analysis

The third edition of this popular pocket book, A Beginner’s Guide to Blood Cells written by Professor Barbara Bain, provides a concise introduction to normal and abnormal blood cells and blood counts for trainees in haematology. Includes a brand new chapter on emergency morphology, designed to make the clinical significance and urgency of certain laboratory findings clear for biomedical scientists and to assist trainee haematologists in the recognition of major clinically important abnormalities Contains exceptional full colour images throughout Introduces important basic concepts of hematology, setting haematological findings in a clinical context Provides a fully updated self-assessment section An essential resource for trainee haematologists, biomedical scientists, and biomedical science and medical students

The second edition of Essentials of Haematology brings students fully up to date with common haematologic disorders and blood transfusion, with an emphasis on pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment. Divided into five sections, topics include blood physiology, red and white blood cell disorders, haemostasis disorders and blood transfusion. Each chapter discusses the diagnosis and treatment of a different disorder and the final section describes transfusion techniques. This comprehensive new edition includes more than 400 full colour figures, tables and illustrations with descriptions to assist learning. Key points New edition bringing students up to date with common haematologic disorders and blood transfusion Emphasis on pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment Includes more than 400 full colour figures, tables and illustrations Previous edition published in 2006