• Over 600 diseases and symptoms are listed in Part I, with the most relevant tests identified for each.
• More than 900 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures are included in Part II, more than any other reference!
• Laboratory tests include : Procalcitonin; Calcium scoring; Vascular endothelial growth factor; Cerebral near-infrared spectroscopy; RD1 interferon assays for tuberculosis; and OraQuick rapid HIV test.
• Organized alphabetically, to make it easy to go to appropriate sections.
• Alternative test names and acronyms are cross-referenced to help you quickly find what you''re looking for.
• Tests for toxic substances are included, along with Panic Level Symptoms and Treatment for dangerously elevated levels.
• Age and gender-specific norms are provided, giving you complete lifespan coverage.
• Risks and Contraindications are highlighted to help you safeguard your patients and provide effective care.
• Minimum volumes for blood samples are included, helping you diagnose patients for whom blood preservation is essential. You''ll also see whether blood specimens can be drawn during hemodialysis.
• Special consent form requirements are indicated for appropriate tests.
• Guidance for client and family teaching helps you offer useful instruction concerning test preparation and follow-up care.
• Full Images: Images that bring the content to life.
• Table Viewer: View tables easily and conveniently by rows and columns on the small screen.

Plus, with Skyscape''s powerful SmartLink™ cross-linking capability you can quickly and easily access any related disease and diagnostic topics across your entire mobile reference library.

*Desktop version requires Windows 98 or higher.