Robert F. Dons, Frank H. Wians Jr.

Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders (eBook, PDF)

Clinical Lab Testing Manual, Fourth Edition

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

Bottom Line Information to Effectively Diagnose DisordersThe diagnosis, management, and clinical testing associated with old, traditional, and new endocrine disorders have seen numerous advances during the past 10 years since the publication of the previous edition of this bestselling resource. Updating its classic predecessor in content and format, Endocrine and Metabolic Testing Manual, Fourth Edition provides an authoritative and comprehensive resource on the clinical, diagnostic, and laboratory testing for endocrine disorders. Presents Relevant ICD-9 Codes for All Procedures and TestsWritten by two widely respected authorities with more than 60 years of combined experience in diagnostic endocrinology, this medical guide is organized by endocrine organ system into 12 chapters. All tests within each chapter provide accurate, brief, but adequate, information regarding indications for the test, the procedure for performing the test, instructions for how to interpret test results, suggestions for further reading, and useful ICD-9 diagnosis codes. The book is laden with tables, making the information easy to find and use.Enhanced Features of the Fourth Edition:Expanded Coverage: Includes most endocrine and metabolic disorders and the appropriate testing associated with their diagnoses Improved Organization: Uses a more standardized format for easier useSample Calculations: Assists in calculating complex formulas with ease and accuracyHighly Informative Tables: Summarizes critical information in a reader-friendly formatWith detailed instruction on how to perform and interpret clinical test procedures, this practical reference is an essential resource for endocrinologists and pathologists. Newly designed and reformatted, the new edition enables quick access to complete and authoritative information about the diagnosis, screening, and management of traditional and emerging endocrine disorders.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 639
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juni 2009
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781420079364
• Artikelnr.: 42893805

Autorenporträt

Dr. Robert F. Dons, Endocrinology Nuclear Medicine Associates, San Antonio, Texas, USA

Dr. Frank H. Wians, Jr., University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, USA

Inhaltsangabe

Thyroid Gland Testing. Pituitary Gland Testing. Pancreas Gland Testing
(Hypoglycemia and Diabetes). Risk Assessment for Complications of Diabetes
Mellitus. Tests for Complications of Hyperglycemia. Adrenal Gland. Bone and
Parathyroid Glands. Male Reproductive Organ and Sexual Differentiation
Testing. Female Reproductive Organ Testing. Gastroenteropancreatic
(Noninsulinoma) Endocrine Tumors and Endocrine Tissue Tumor Markers. Tests
for Nutritional Status. Emerging or Historical Endocrine and Metabolic
Tests with Potential Clinical Utility.