Mosby's® Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference

**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® with "Essential Purchase" designation in Laboratory and Laboratory Technology**Known for its accuracy and easy-to-use format, Mosby’s® Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference, 17th Edition, is your one-stop resource for all the latest testing information. Tests are organized alphabetically and include vital information such as test explanations, alternate or abbreviated test names, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, and guidelines to patient care before, during, and after the test. This edition also includes the latest research surrounding each test. Every test entry begins on a new page and all tests are cross-referenced throughout the book to simplify lookup. The compact size, durable cover, and practical A-to-Z thumb tabs make this market-leading reference the ideal choice for anyone wanting quick and easy access to the very latest diagnostic and lab tests used in practice today.NEW! Information on Ebola and Monkey pox (mpox) is included in virus testing contentNEW! Tests are reorganized and combined with similar tests to streamline content and provide better searchabilityNEW! Content reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results, accuracy of testing, and patient care and education for each testTests organized alphabetically with A-to-Z thumb tabs for quick reference.User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure to ensure safety and accuracyEach test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to findRelated tests are cross-referenced, making them easy to findNormal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable to provide complete clinical dataPossible critical values are highlighted to alert you to situations requiring immediate interventionAbnormal findings are emphasized with directional arrowsIcon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their familiesAppendix lists tests by body system and test type, offering quick access to related studiesAbbreviations for tests are provided on the end sheets, and symbols and units of measurement are listed in an appendixDurable cover with rounded edges helps prevent the book from being damaged