{"product_id":"clinical-biochemistry-isbn-9781119248682","title":"Clinical Biochemistry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eClinical Biochemistry Lecture Notes\u003c\/i\u003e presents the fundamental science behind common biochemical investigations used in clinical practice. Taking a system-based approach, it explores the underlying physiological rationale for tests, with each test explained within the context of disruption by disease. It also explores the value and limitations of biochemical investigations, while helping readers to quickly develop the knowledge and skills required to select the appropriate investigations for diagnosis and management, and to correctly interpret test results. Case studies throughout chapters place the information within a clinical context to further assist readers in the development of test-selection and interpretation skills.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey features include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA comprehensive, yet concise overview of the science behind common biochemical investigations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps readers rapidly acquire a fully integrated, practical understanding of biochemical diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-colour flowcharts and algorithms detailing the rationale for tests, the biochemical processes involved, and test procedures, for quick comprehension and reference\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore clinical cases demonstrating application to practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its tenth edition, this classic introductory, reference, and revision text is indispensable to medical students, and all those who want to quickly acquire a practical understanding of the scientific principles underpinning biochemical tests and a working knowledge of test selection, test procedures, and the interpretation of results within a clinical context. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface vi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of abbreviations vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the companion website x\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Requesting and interpreting tests 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Disturbances of water, sodium and potassium balance 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Acid–base balance and oxygen transport 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Renal disease 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Disorders of calcium, phosphate and magnesium metabolism 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Diabetes mellitus and hypoglycaemia 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Disorders of the hypothalamus and pituitary 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Abnormalities of thyroid function 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Disorders of the adrenal cortex and medulla 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Investigation of gonadal function infertility, menstrual irregularities and hirsutism 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Pregnancy and antenatal screening 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Cardiovascular disorders 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Liver disease 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Gastrointestinal tract disease 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Nutrition 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Inflammation, immunity and paraproteinaemia 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Malignancy and tumour markers 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 Disorders of iron and porphyrin metabolism 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19 Uric acid, gout and purine metabolism 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20 Central nervous system and cerebrospinal fluid 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21 Therapeutic drug monitoring and chemical toxicology 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22 Clinical biochemistry in paediatrics and the elderly 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter Rae\u003c\/b\u003e is Consultant Clinical Biochemist at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, and Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Edinburgh, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMike Crane\u003c\/b\u003e is Consultant Clinical Scientist at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Royal Hospital for Sick Children, and Honorary Lecturer, University of Edinburgh, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebecca Pattenden\u003c\/b\u003e is Consultant Clinical Scientist at Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eCLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLecture Notes \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e10th Edition \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eLecture Notes\u003c\/i\u003e series provide concise, yet thorough, introductions to core areas of the undergraduate curriculum, covering both the basic science and the clinical approaches that all medical students and junior doctors need to know. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more information on all titles in the \u003ci\u003eLecture Notes\u003c\/i\u003e series, please visit \u003cb\u003ewww.lecturenoteseries.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eClinical Biochemistry Lecture Notes\u003c\/i\u003e presents the fundamental science behind common biochemical investigations used in clinical practice. Taking a system-based approach, it explores the underlying physiological rationale for tests, with each test explained within the context of disruption by disease. It also explores the value and limitations of biochemical investigations, while helping readers to quickly develop the knowledge and skills required to select the appropriate investigations for diagnosis and management, and to correctly interpret test results. Case studies place the information within a clinical context to further assist readers in the development of test-selection and interpretation skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey features include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive, yet concise overview of the science behind common biochemical investigations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps readers rapidly acquire a fully integrated, practical understanding of biochemical diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull-colour flowcharts and algorithms detailing the rationale for tests, the biochemical processes involved and test procedures, for quick comprehension and reference\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore clinical cases demonstrating application to practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its tenth edition, this classic introductory, reference and revision text is indispensable to medical students, and all those who want to quickly acquire a practical understanding of the scientific principles underpinning biochemical tests and a working knowledge of test selection, test procedures and the interpretation of results within a clinical context. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more information on the complete range of Wiley medical student and junior doctor publishing, please visit: \u003cb\u003ewww.wileymedicaleducation.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. 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