Laboratory Mathematics

This hands-on manual, with pedagogical features that draw the learner into the content, offers clear and complete coverage of the mathematical topics most often used in today’s clinical and medical laboratories. Furthermore, it provides a solid foundation for subsequent courses in the laboratory sciences. The first two chapters present a review of basic mathematical concepts. The remainder of the book provides students with a realistic means to build on previously learned concepts— both mathematical and scientific—to refine their mathematical skills, and to gauge their mastery of those skills. Outstanding features . . . • Each chapter opens with an outline, objectives, and key terms. • Key terms, highlighted within the text, are listed and defined in the glossary. • “Margin problems” and practice problem sets provide the chance to gain immediate proficiency. • Laboratory exercises and review problems allow students to apply what they’ve learned and assess their understanding and progress. • A special calculator icon signals explanations of calculator use for a particular mathematical function. • Study hints—“Keys to Success”—offer practical suggestions and guidance for maximizing achievement. • The workbook design enables users to solve problems and take notes directly on the pages.

Conquer the math skills essential for the laboratory... and reduce the anxieties math often induces! Step by step, skill by skill... you’ll progress from simple to complex calculations, building your proficiencies and testing them along the way. Perfect for classroom, clinical, and professional success!

The best laboratory math text on the market for almost 20 years, this title covers both the general principles of mathematics and specific equations, formulas, and calculations used for laboratory testing. It provides simple, easily understood explanations of calculations commonly used in clinical and biological laboratories. Contains more than 1000 practice problems.

Work at the biology bench requires an ever-increasing knowledge of mathematical methods and formulae. This is a compilation of the most common mathematical concepts and methods in molecular biology, with clear, straightforward guidance on their application to research investigations.

For elementary, intermediate, and advanced clinical mathematics instruction in programs in medical/clinical laboratory science, from the associate's level through the bachelor's and master's level, through the new doctorate in clinical laboratory science ("DCLS"). Also for wide audiences of pathologists, pathology residents, medical students, nurses, pharmacists, biochemists, biomedical engineers, physician assistants, and analytical chemists. This accessible text brings together mathematical techniques that will be indispensable to every student, teacher, practitioner, and user of chemistry- or biology-related laboratory work. Responding to the concerns of both instructors and students, CLINICAL LABORATORY MATHEMATICS begins with a review of arithmetic and algebra. Next, it presents example-rich chapters on exponential notation and logarithms, rounding and figure significance, measurement systems, solutions and concentrations, dilutions, proportionality, graphs, rates of change, statistics, chemistry, quality control, and method evaluation. It answers frequently asked questions, identifies common misunderstandings, and offers an optional advanced section online. Throughout, the author explains why a solid understanding of math is critical in today's high-technology clinical laboratories. Practice problems are strategically designed to present real-world scenarios with both context and consequence. Supporting both self-guided study and traditional lecture-discussion, the text is logically organized and liberally cross-referenced, revealing hidden connections and common motifs.

Filled with easy-to-follow explanations and loads of examples and sample problems, Mathematics for the Clinical Laboratory, 3rd Edition is the perfect resource to help you master the clinical calculations needed for each area of the laboratory. Content is divided into three sections: a review of math and calculation basics, coverage of particular areas of the clinical laboratory (including immunohematology and microbiology), and statistical calculations. This new third edition also includes a new full-color design, additional text notes, formula summaries, and the latest procedures used in today’s laboratories to ensure you are fully equipped with the mathematical understanding and application skills needed to succeed in professional practice. Examples of calculations for each different type of calculation are worked out in the chapters, step by step to show readers exactly what they’re expected to learn and how to perform each type of calculation. Practice problems at the ends of each chapter act as a self-assessment tool to help readers determine what they need to review. Example problems and answers throughout the text can also be used as templates for solving laboratory calculations. Quick tips and notes throughout the text help readers understand and remember pertinent information. Answer key to the practice problems appears in the back of the book. Updated content and calculations reflect the latest procedures used in today’s laboratories. Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide a measurable outcome to achieve by the completing the chapter material. NEW! Summaries of important formulas are included at the ends of major sections. NEW! Full-color design creates a more accessible look and feel. NEW! Greek symbol appendix at the end of the book provides a quick place for readers to turn to when studying. NEW! Glossary at the back of the textbook includes definitions of important mathematical terms.

Calculations for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology: A Guide to Mathematics in the Laboratory, Second Edition, provides an introduction to the myriad of laboratory calculations used in molecular biology and biotechnology. The book begins by discussing the use of scientific notation and metric prefixes, which require the use of exponents and an understanding of significant digits. It explains the mathematics involved in making solutions; the characteristics of cell growth; the multiplicity of infection; and the quantification of nucleic acids. It includes chapters that deal with the mathematics involved in the use of radioisotopes in nucleic acid research; the synthesis of oligonucleotides; the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method; and the development of recombinant DNA technology. Protein quantification and the assessment of protein activity are also discussed, along with the centrifugation method and applications of PCR in forensics and paternity testing. Topics range from basic scientific notations to complex subjects like nucleic acid chemistry and recombinant DNA technology Each chapter includes a brief explanation of the concept and covers necessary definitions, theory and rationale for each type of calculation Recent applications of the procedures and computations in clinical, academic, industrial and basic research laboratories are cited throughout the text New to this Edition: Updated and increased coverage of real time PCR and the mathematics used to measure gene expression More sample problems in every chapter for readers to practice concepts

Over 1,200 total pages .... Parasitic infection can greatly interfere with a soldier's ability to complete his mission. The presence of parasites in a soldier's system can not only interfere with his ability to function, but also can make him susceptible to certain diseases. Since soldiers may serve in most areas of the world, you must be able to identify parasites that are found in the various parts of the globe. In your job as a medical laboratory specialist, you will perform a variety of test procedures on samples taken from humans. Some of these samples will include feces and tissue scrapings used in the diagnosis and treatment of parasitic infection. Therefore, you must be knowledgeable in several areas of parasitology. The knowledge you will need is reflected in the two subcourses you are about to study. Subcourses Parasitology I and Parasitology II address areas of particular importance in parasitology. The whole purpose of clinical laboratory procedures is to provide the clinician doing diagnostic work with specific information needed to round out his picture of the disorders he has observed in the patient. Clinical bacteriology can contribute its part by supplying data about the microscopic life involved and the susceptibility of such life to particular drugs. To identify bacterial growth, you must take certain steps that will enable you, through a process of elimination, to choose the microscopic form that fits the findings you have obtained. Steps that are often essential include: 1. Observing the type of growth when first isolated on culture media. 2 Making a microscopic examination on stained material from an isolated culture of that colony. 3. Performing various tests to obtain a list of the characteristics of the organism. 4. Making a complete identification of the organism. This subcourse was developed to prepare and sustain your mathematical skills as a Medical Laboratory Specialist. The emphasis is upon computations related to solutions and their concentrations. If you feel that you need a more basic review of mathematics before taking this subcourse, you should request Subcourse Basic Mathematics, which covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers; decimals, and fractions; and conversions to and from the metric system. In the process of achieving and maintaining proficiency in your military occupational specialty (MOS), you will be learning concepts and performing tasks that are based on important chemical principles. As you become more proficient with these principles, you may reach the point where you will not need to give them much conscious thought. Meanwhile, however, you should study this subcourse to gain a working knowledge of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Subcourse Clinical Chemistry I, provides you with a background in the laboratory basics of clinical chemistry. Laboratory safety; collection, preservation, and shipment of specimens; measurement of weights and volumes; introduction to quality control; and introduction to organic chemistry are presented in this subcourse.