Clinical Laboratory Microbiology is part of Pearson's Clinical Laboratory Science series of textbooks, which is designed to balance theory and practical applications in a way that is engaging and useful to students. Clinical Laboratory Microbiology presents highly detailed technical information and real-life case studies that will help learners envision themselves as members of the health care team, providing the laboratory services specific to microbiology that assist in patient care. The mixture of theoretical and practical information relating to microbiology provided in this text allows learners to analyze and synthesize this information and, ultimately, to answer questions and solve problems and cases. Some exciting features to this book include:
Taxonomy with a pronunciation guide
Checkpoints! throughout the chapter allow the reader to assess learning, develop test taking skills and promote retention. Answers are provided in the appendix.
Real World Tips reinforce the importance of what they are learning
Graphic organizers such as timelines and concept maps help visual learners grasp the content. Flow charts model the decisions that are part of identification of an unknown microorganism.
Learning Opportunities and Case Studies
This book should serve as a helpful bench reference for practicing laboratory professionals. Other professionals such as pathology residents, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners will find the information useful.
Part One: Introduction to Diagnostic Microbiology
Chapter 1: Development of Diagnostic Microbiology
Chapter 2: Taxonomy and Classification
Chapter 3: The Bacterial Cell
Chapter 4: The Host's Encounter with Microbes
Chapter 5: Safety
Part Two: Routine Specimen Processing
Chapter 6: Specimen Collection
Chapter 7: Cultivation of Microorganisms
Chapter 8: Presumptive Identification
Chapter 9: Final Identification
Chapter 10: Immunological Tests
Chapter 11: Susceptibility Testing
Chapter 12: Emerging Technologies
Part Three: Special Specimen Processing
Chapter 13: Acid-Fast Bacilli Cultures
Chapter 14: Fungal Cultures
Chapter 15: Ova and Parasites
Chapter 16: Viral, Chlamydial & Rickettsial Specimens
Part Four: Clinically Significant Isolates
Chapter 17: Aerobic Gram Positive Cocci
Chapter 18: Aerobic Gram Negative Cocci
Chapter 19: Aerobic Gram Positive Rods
Chapter 20: Fastidious Gram-Negative Rods
Chapter 21: Enterobacteriaceae
Chapter 22: Non-fermenting Gram Negative Rods
Chapter 23: Vibrio, Aeromonas, Plesiomonas, Campylobacter and Helicobacter
Chapter 24: Anaerobic Bacteria
Chapter 25: Spirochetes
Chapter 26: Mycobacterium Species
Chapter 27: Miscellaneous Microorganisms
Chapter 28: Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma
Chapter 29: Medical Mycology
Chapter 30: Parasitology
Chapter 31: Intracellular Microorganisms
Part Five: Analysis of Body Systems for Infectious Disease
Chapter 32: Cardiovascular System
Chapter 33: Respiratory System
Chapter 34: Urinary System
