Diagnostic Molecular Pathology in Practice: A Case-Based Approach

by Iris Schrijver (Editor)

This entirely case-based book covers a broad cross-section of the practical issues frequently encountered in the day-to-day activities of a molecular genetic pathologist. The book is divided into four sections on the principal areas addressed in molecular genetic pathology (MGP): inherited diseases, hematopathology, solid tumors, and infectious diseases. The topics covered by the cases in each section include test selection, qualitative and quantitative laboratory techniques, test interpretation, prognostic and therapeutic considerations, ethical considerations, technical troubleshooting, and result reporting.  This book will be ideal for trainees in MGP and clinical molecular genetics who require a practice-based preparation for board examinations. It will also be very useful for residents and fellows in medical specialties to which MGP is pertinent, and for practicing pathologists who want to learn more about the current practice of molecular diagnostics.

350 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Iris Schrijver is a certified lifestyle medicine physician, also specialized in clinical pathology and molecular genetics. She is an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Pathology at the Stanford University School of Medicine and a former President of the Association for Molecular Pathology. Dr Schrijver served as medical director of Clackamas Volunteers in Medicine, because she believes that healthcare is a basic human right. She now sees patients through her telehealth practice, VitalPath MD. Her dedication to patients and to medical progress through science has resulted in the publication of many original research articles, book chapters, and books.

Find more about Iris Schrijver at https://www.vitalpathmd.com.

Reviews

[Laura]

Lots of useful examples that cover a large range of diseases and tests. The case studies are guided and provide a lot of background information, and there are plenty of practice questions. Recommended.