Full Description
Build a solid understanding of hematology in the context of practical laboratory practice and principles. Superbly organized, this reader-friendly text breaks a complex subject into easy-to-follow, manageable sections.Begin with the basic principles of hematology; discover red and white blood cell disorders; journey through hemostasis and disorders of coagulation; and then explore the procedures needed in the laboratory.Thoroughly updated and peer reviewed, and with expanded coverage of vital topics, the 2nd Edition offers state-of-the-art coverage and new online resources that make learning easy.
Contents
Basic Hematology PrinciplesIntroduction to Hematology and Basic Laboratory PracticeFrom Hematopoiesis to the Complete Blood CountRed Blood Cell Production, Function and Relevant Red Cell MorphologyHemoglobin Function and Principles of Hemolysis Red Cell Disorders The Microcytic Anemias The Macrocytic Anemias Normochromic Anemias: Biochemical, Membrane, and Miscellaneous Red Blood Cell Disorders and Miscellaneous Red Cell DisordersThe Normochromic Anemias due to Hemoglobinopathies White Blood Cell Disorders Leukopoiesis and Leukopoietic Function Abnormalities of White Blood Cells: Quantitative, Qualitative, and the Lipid Storage DiseasesAcute LeukemiasChronic Myeloproliferative DisordersLymphoproliferative Disorders and Related Plasma Cell DisordersThe Myelodysplastic Syndromes Hemostasis And Disorders Of Coagulation Overview of Hemostasis and Platelet PhysiologyQuantitative and Qualitative Platelet DisordersDefects of Plasma Clotting Factors Fibrinogen, Thrombin, and the Fibrinolytic System Introduction to Thrombosis and Anticoagulant Therapy Lab Procedures Basic Procedures in a Hematology Laboratory Answers to Chapter Review QuestionsList of AbbreviationsGlossaryIndex
