{"product_id":"blood-science-isbn-9781119864110","title":"Blood Science","description":"\u003cb\u003eBlood Science\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe second edition of the leading introduction to blood science, with updated new illustrations and case studies\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlood Science: Principles and Pathology \u003c\/i\u003eintegrates hematology and blood transfusion, ­clinical biochemistry, and immunology to provide a thorough introduction to this rapidly expanding discipline. Reflecting recent changes in education and training for healthcare scientists, this comprehensive textbook covers the analytical techniques used in blood ­science, the diagnosis and management of various blood disorders, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFully revised, the second edition presents new case studies and high-quality images ­throughout, illustrating the practical skills and knowledge required by today’s under­graduate students and practitioners. Detailed yet accessible chapters contain learning objectives and summaries, links to further readings and resources, and real-world case studies with easy-to-follow interpretations. Throughout the text, the authors highlight how laboratory data and clinical details are used to investigate patients with actual or suspected diseases in real-world scenarios: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Multi-disciplinary view merging biochemical, hematological, immunological, and genetical knowledge into a single discipline: Blood science\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Discusses advances in molecular genetics identifying mutations resulting in the occurrence of certain pathological conditions such as leukaemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Presents an expanded concluding chapter with detailed case reports that integrate biochemistry, immunology, and haematology, which all contribute to the investigation of respective conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explains the potentials for developing tests such as non-coding RNAs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Offers further reading suggestions to dive even deeper into discussed subjects and concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the needs of undergraduate students taking blood science modules in biomedical, biological, and healthcare science programs, \u003ci\u003eBlood Science: Principles and Pathology, Second Edition \u003c\/i\u003eis also an invaluable guide for new graduates entering the field, as well as those training for professional qualifications or working with blood samples in laboratory-based environments. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Abbreviations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Introduction to Blood Science\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Analytical Techniques in Blood Science\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. The Physiology of the Red Blood Cell\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. The Pathology of the Red Blood Cell\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. White Blood Cells in Health and Disease\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. White Blood Cell Malignancy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. The Physiology and Pathology of Haemostasis\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. The Diagnosis and Management of Disorders of Haemostasis\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Immunopathology\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Immunogenetics and Histocompatibility\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Blood Transfusion\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Waste products, electrolytes, and renal disease\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Hydrogen ions, pH, and acid-base disorders\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14. Glucose, lipids, and atherosclerosis\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15. Calcium, phosphate, magnesium, and bone disease\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16. Nutrients and Gastrointestinal Disorders\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17. Liver function tests and plasma proteins\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18. Endocrinology\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19. Cancer and tumour markers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20. Inherited Metabolic Disorders\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21. Drugs and Poisons\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22. Case Reports in Blood Science\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix 1: Reference Ranges\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr Andrew Blann\u003c\/b\u003e, Consultant Clinical Scientist, The Institute of Biomedical Science, ­London, UK. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr Nessar Ahmed\u003c\/b\u003e, Reader in Clinical Biochemistry, Department of Life Sciences, ­Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe second edition of the leading introduction to blood science, with updated new illustrations and case studies\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlood Science: Principles and Pathology \u003c\/i\u003eintegrates hematology and blood transfusion, ­clinical biochemistry, and immunology to provide a thorough introduction to this rapidly expanding discipline. Reflecting recent changes in education and training for healthcare scientists, this comprehensive textbook covers the analytical techniques used in blood ­science, the diagnosis and management of various blood disorders, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFully revised, the second edition presents new case studies and high-quality images ­throughout, illustrating the practical skills and knowledge required by today’s under­graduate students and practitioners. Detailed yet accessible chapters contain learning objectives and summaries, links to further readings and resources, and real-world case studies with easy-to-follow interpretations. Throughout the text, the authors highlight how laboratory data and clinical details are used to investigate patients with actual or suspected diseases in real-world scenarios: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Multi-disciplinary view merging biochemical, hematological, immunological, and genetical knowledge into a single discipline: Blood science\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Discusses advances in molecular genetics identifying mutations resulting in the occurrence of certain pathological conditions such as leukaemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Presents an expanded concluding chapter with detailed case reports that integrate biochemistry, immunology, and haematology, which all contribute to the investigation of respective conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Explains the potentials for developing tests such as non-coding RNAs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Offers further reading suggestions to dive even deeper into discussed subjects and concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the needs of undergraduate students taking blood science modules in biomedical, biological, and healthcare science programs, \u003ci\u003eBlood Science: Principles and Pathology, Second Edition \u003c\/i\u003eis also an invaluable guide for new graduates entering the field, as well as those training for professional qualifications or working with blood samples in laboratory-based environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988848722149,"sku":"NP9781119864110","price":87.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119864110.jpg?v=1761781763","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/blood-science-isbn-9781119864110","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}