Medical Microbiology and Infection at a Glance encapsulates the essential facts and principles of modern clinical medical microbiology, leading the reader along the diagnostic pathway, from the infecting agent through the clinical disease to diagnosis and patient management, whether in the hospital or in the community. Presented in the familiar double page spread style of the At a Glance series…
The new 12th edition of Bailey and Scotts Diagnostic Microbiology solidifies its reputation as the classic text in the field of microbiology. This new edition features the same comprehensive, authoritative content and adds new and updated material throughout. The team of authors includes three well-respected clinical microbiologists, all of whom have experience both in the classroom and the cli…
This book focuses on the interpretation of colonial morphologies and microscopic appearances of specimens. It covers all aspects of diagnostic microbiology: bacteriology, virology, parasitology and mycology and discusses the techniques, clothing and equipment used in laboratory safety as determined by OSHA blood borne pathogen regulations. Content also includes worldwide microorganisms, specime…
Offers students the foundation in microbiology they need to perform their duties as health care professionals. This text covers the core concepts outlined for an introductory course by the American Society of Microbiology. It includes coverage of microbe-associated medical problems, including bird flu, SARS, West Nile virus, and anthrax.