Prentice Hall Health S Question And Answer Review Of Medical Technology Clinical Laboratory Science

A valuable review for a wide range of laboratory professionals, this book prepares candidates for certification examinations by presenting them with the latest technology and terminology, as well as current test taking formats. Its large number of practice questions, variety of practice modes, and explanations for clarification prepare learner for success on examinations. Comprehensive coverage of laboratory medicine includes clinical chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis and body fluids, molecular diagnostics, laboratory calculations, general laboratory principles and safety, laboratory management, education, and computers and laboratory informatics.

A valuable review for a wide range of laboratory professionals, this book prepares candidates for certification examinations by presenting them with the latest technology and terminology, as well as current test taking formats. Its large number of practice questions, variety of practice modes, and explanations for clarification prepare learner for success on examinations. Comprehensive coverage of laboratory medicine includes clinical chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis and body fluids, molecular diagnostics, laboratory calculations, general laboratory principles and safety, laboratory management, education, and computers and laboratory informatics.

Designed in an easy-to-follow outline format with numerous illustrations for added support, this comprehensive preparatory guide offers today's health professionals a balanced review of all clinical laboratory science subjects tested by today's certifying agencies including ASCP, AMT, and NCA. Thoroughly reviews urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, immunology/serology, blood banking, bacteriology, microbiology, and educational/management/research. Structures material in an clear, outline format, offering detailed, systematic information on traditional primary as well as secondary CLS subject matter. Presents simple visuals that depict such topics as hematology, parasitology, mycology, and urinalysis and aid readers in identifying basic cell morphologies and organisms. Includes charts, graphs, and line drawings to further enrich understanding, and provides key objectives and review questions for each chapter. For nurses, PTs, OTs, and physician assistants; also provides a thorough review for medical students in clinical pathology. Previously announced in the 6/02 catalog.

Elsevier's Medical Laboratory Science Examination Review is a brand-new resource that offers all the review, practice, and support you need to prepare for the either the MLS or MLT certification examination. Each chapter in the book offers a thorough review on one of the core areas of Medical Laboratory Science as outlined by the ASCP Board of Certification. Practice questions are also featured at the end of each chapter and explanations and rationales for each correct answer appear at the end of the text. Plus, an eight-page full-color insert displays photomicrographs of hematological and microbiological specimens exactly as they appear under the microscope and on the MLS and MLT certification exams. A mock certifications exam is included in the print book as well as online at the companion Evolve website – which also houses additional practice questions – totaling 1,000 questions in all. Inclusion of both MLS and MLT level content and questions enables the book to be used for both certification exams Print mock exam at the end of the book contains 100 certification examination preparation questions. Content reviews in outline form enables each topic to be easily reviewed but covered in an appropriate depth. Online mock exams on the companion Evolve website include all the practice questions from the book plus additional unique questions that can be used to create mock exams for extra practice. Eight-page full-color insert within the book features 50 illustrations that show hematological and microbiological photomicrographs. Test-taking tips and suggestions discuss the exam, how it’s set up and scored, when to answer, guess and not answers questions, how to identify distracters, and more.

Use this comprehensive resource to gain the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to be prepared for classroom tests and certification and licensure examinations.

Examination review with multiple-choice questions and answers, photomicrographs, and color plates. The major divisions of the certification examinations are covered, including hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, body fulids, and education and management. Includes a 100 question sample exam, and a computerized mock exam on the enclosed diskette with over 850 new questions.

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.