Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology

by George Manuselis MA MT(ASCP), Donald C. Lehman EdD MLS(ASCP)cm SM(NRCM), George Manuselis Jr.

Completely updated and in full color, this 3rd edition covers all the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. A logical building-block approach supplies what students need to know in an easy-to-use, memorable format. Material is presented in a progressive manner, from basic principles and concepts to systematic identification of etiologic agents of infectious diseases, promoting greater understanding and the development of problem-solving skills. Part I of the text explains basic principles and concepts, setting up a firm foundation in microbiology. Building on these basics, Part II highlights methods for the identification of significant isolates. Part III uses an organ system approach to discuss the laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases ― with a focus on the most medically significant and commonly encountered diseases.

Genres: Textbooks, Nonfiction

1232 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Ashley Knight · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book will make you cry.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a great text book, I just didn't need it much. But some of the charts/tables were really helpful, especially with strep and enterics.