Lab Manual And Workbook In Microbiology

This lab manualemphasizes the basic principles of diagnostic microbiology for studentspreparing to enter the allied health field. Students are led through a seriesof exercises that allow them to learn basic microbiology techniques andpractice safety in the laboratory and hospital environment. It is primarily orientedtoward meeting the interests and needs of those who will be directly involvedin patient care and wish to learn how microbiological principles should beapplied in the practice of their professions. The authors articulatethe purposes and function of the clinical microbiology laboratory in thediagnosis of infectious diseases. Exercises illustrate the nature of laboratoryprocedures used for isolation and identification of infectious agents as wellas the principles of asepsis, disinfection and sterilization. The role of thehealth professional is highlighted in regard to appropriate collection ofclinical specimens and application of aseptic and disinfectant techniques asthey relate to patient care.

Places emphasis on the basic principles of diagnostic microbiology for students preparing to enter the allied health professions. This laboratory manual and workbook is aimed at those who are involved in patient care and who wish to learn how microbiological principles should be applied in the practice of their professions.

This ninth edition maintains its original emphasis on the basic principles of diagnostic microbiology for students preparing to enter the allied health professions. The students are led through a series of exercises that allow them to learn basic microbiology techniques and to practice safety in the laboratory and hospital environment. It remains oriented primarily toward meeting the interests and needs of those who will be directly involved in patient care and who wish to learn how microbiological principles should be applied in the practice of their professions.

Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory Manual offers concise text and challenging exercises to guide the reader through key information and procedures.