Color Atlas of Hematology

A Flexibook for both the specialist and non-specialist, the new book offers accessible information on hematology in a succinct format. In addition to providing basic methodology, the book utilizes more than 260 color illustrations to detail the most up-to-date clinical procedures. Numerous tables and flow charts are included to assist in differential diagnosis, making this a valuable didactic reference for nurses, practicing physicians and residents preparing for board examinations.

Physiology and Pathophysiology of Blood Cells; Methods and Test Procedures
Introduction to the Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Hematopoietic System
Procedures, Assays, and Normal Values
Step-by-Step Diagnostic Sequence
Normal Cells of the Blood and Hematopoietic Organs
The Individual Cells of Hematopoiesis
Bone Marrow: Cell Composition and Principles of Analysis
Abnormalites of the White Cell Series
Predominance of Mononuclear Round to Oval Cells
Prevalence of Polynuclear (Segmented) Cells
Erythrocyte and Thrombocyte Abnormalites
Hypochromic Anemias
Normochromic Anemias
Hyperchromic Anemias
Erythrocyte Inclusions
Polycythemia Vera (Erythremic Polycythemia) and Erythrocytosis
Thrombocyte Abnormalites
Cytology of Organ Biopsies and Exudates
Lymph Node Cytology
Branchial Cysts and Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Cytology of Pleural Effusions and Ascites
Cytology of Cerebrospinal Fluid