The collaborative efforts of over 140 experienced clinical microbiologists, laboratory supervisors, and laboratory technologists are included in the edition of the Clinical Microbiology Procedures Handbook. This well-respected reference continues to serve as the sole major publication providing step-by-step descriptions that enable clinical microbiologists and their staffs to perform all analyses and their control from the receipt of the specimen to the final report.
In response to the ever-changing needs and responsibilities of the clinical microbiology community, three brand-new sections have been added, covering procedures for coding and reimbursement, specimen collection and transport, and bioterrorism. To accommodate the expanding role of clinical microbiologists, the new edition places greater emphasis on areas such as molecular approaches, bioterrorism, and infection control in medical facilities. Procedures are formatted to adhere to the GP2-A document of the National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards (NCCLS). As an added feature, procedures are now divided into preanalytical, analytical, and postanalytical considerations. The icons in the margin of the text relate to safety and standard precautions and will remind users of the need to register dates of receipt, starting in service and expiration, as well as reinforce quality control.
In this edition:
- addition of three new sections and thorough revision and expansion of existing section
- greater emphasis on molecular approaches, bioterrorism, and infection control in medical facilities
- all procedures divided into preanalytical, analytical, and postanalytical considerations
- new authors detail remarkable expertise in performing diagnostic analyses
- available in print and electronic formats
Publisher: American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
Author: Henry D. Isenberg (Editor)
Copyright: April 2004
Pages: 2,036
