Deciphering Diagnostic Tests presents core nursing information in the clear, conversational, practical style of the award-winning Nursing journal.

Deciphering Diagnostic Tests covers over 400 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures, organized by test type and body system.

Contents

Blood Tests

1. Hematology and Coagulation Tests
2. Hemostasis
3. Blood Gas Analysis and Electrolytes
4. Enzymes
5. Hormones
6. Lipids and Lipoproteins
7. Proteins, Protein Metabolites, and Pigments
8. Carbohydrates
9. Vitamins and Trace Elements
10. Immunohematology
11. Immune Response

Urine Tests

12. Urinalysis
13. Urine Enzymes
14. Urine Hormones and Metabolites
15. Urine Protein, Protein Metabolites, and Pigments
16. Urine Sugars, Ketones, and Mucopolysaccharides
17. Urine Vitamins and Minerals

Histologic and Microbiologic Tests

18. Histology
19. Microbes and Parasites

Organ Tests

20. Thyroid
21. Eye
22. Ear

Body System Tests

23. Respiratory System
24. Skeletal System
25. Reproductive System
26. Nervous System
27. Gastrointestinal System
28. Cardiovascular System
29. Urinary System

Miscellaneous Tests

30. Miscellaneous Tests

Index

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