Hematology in Practice

"I just finished reading your chapter about the normocytic anemias caused by hemoglobinopathies, and it was so fascinating that I forgot that I was actually studying! You have a real knack for presenting information."-Joan BleegStudent, University of North Dakota Review of the 1st EditionBuild a solid understanding of hematology in the context of practical laboratory practice and principles. Superbly organized, this reader-friendly text breaks a complex subject into easy-to-follow, manageable sections.Begin with the basic principles of hematology; discover red and white blood cell disorders; journey through hemostasis and disorders of coagulation; and then explore the procedures needed in the laboratory.Thoroughly updated and peer reviewed, and with expanded coverage of vital topics, the 2nd Edition offers state-of-the-art coverage and new online resources that make learning easy.

Basic Hematology Principles Introduction to Hematology and Basic Laboratory Practice From Hematopoiesis to the Complete Blood Count Red Blood Cell Production, Function and Relevant Red Cell Morphology Hemoglobin Function and Principles of Hemolysis Red Cell Disorders The Microcytic Anemias The Macrocytic Anemias Normochromic Anemias: Biochemical, Membrane, and Miscellaneous Red Blood Cell Disorders and Miscellaneous Red Cell Disorders The Normochromic Anemias due to Hemoglobinopathies White Blood Cell Disorders Leukopoiesis and Leukopoietic Function Abnormalities of White Blood Cells: Quantitative, Qualitative, and the Lipid Storage Diseases Acute Leukemias Chronic Myeloproliferative Disorders Lymphoproliferative Disorders and Related Plasma Cell Disorders The Myelodysplastic Syndromes Hemostasis And Disorders Of Coagulation Overview of Hemostasis and Platelet Physiology Quantitative and Qualitative Platelet Disorders Defects of Plasma Clotting Factors Fibrinogen, Thrombin, and the Fibrinolytic System Introduction to Thrombosis and Anticoagulant Therapy Lab Procedures Basic Procedures in a Hematology Laboratory Answers to Chapter Review Questions List of Abbreviations Glossary Index