Download or read book Fundamentals of Diagnostic Mycology written by Frances W. Fisher and published by Saunders. This book was released on 1998 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text implements theory with practical methods for the laboratory identification of medically important fungi. Individual chapters are devoted to specific fungi and include an in-depth discussion in terms of unique risk factors, human infection, specimen sources, special precautions and much more. Useful as a reference for laboratory personnel who need to quickly and accurately identify fungi in clinical specimens! Multiple illustrations of each fungus, including detailed line drawings and photomicrographs, depict typical and atypical examples with explanations of identifying features.
Download or read book Fundamental Medical Mycology written by Errol Reiss and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-11-16 with total page 650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Medical mycology deals with those infections in humans, and animals resulting from pathogenic fungi. As a separate discipline, the concepts, methods, diagnosis, and treatment of fungal diseases of humans are specific. Incorporating the very latest information concerning this area of vital interest to research and clinical microbiologists,Fundamental Medical Mycology balances clinical and laboratory knowledge to provide clinical laboratory scientists, medical students, interns, residents, and fellows with in-depth coverage of each fungal disease and its etiologic agents from both the laboratory and clinical perspective. Richly illustrated throughout, the book includes numerous case presentations.
Download or read book Medical Mycology written by K. June Kwon-Chung and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 892 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the laboratory to the bedside, this resource offers complete and detailed coverage of fungal infections including the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment. This contemporary guide also features the most current information available on the medical management of fungal infections in AIDS and other immunosuppressed patients.
Download or read book Fundamentals of Mycology written by John Harrison Burnett and published by Hodder Education. This book was released on 1976 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the fungi. Structure and fine structure of fungal cells. Hyphal growth. The fungal colony - vegetative development. The fungal colony - reproductive structures. Spore liberation, dispersal and germination. General aspects of fungal nutrition and metabolism. Transport processes in fungi. Translocation and transpiration. Carbohydrate catabolism. accumulated and synthesized products and their metabolism. Reactions and interactions. Nuclear division. Heteroplasmons, heterokaryons and the parasexual cycle. Sexual reproduction. The occurrence and significance of recombination systems in fungi. Speciation. Phylogenetic and general considerations.
Download or read book Textbook of Medical Mycology written by Jagdish Chander and published by JP Medical Ltd. This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 958 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Medical mycology refers to the study of fungi that produce disease in humans and other animals, and of the diseases they produce, their ecology, and their epidemiology. This new edition has been fully revised to provide microbiologists with the latest information on fungal infections, covering the entire spectrum of different types of infection, and therapeutic modalities. Beginning with a general overview explaining morphology, taxonomy, and diagnosis, the following sections cover the different categories of fungal infection including superficial cutaneous mycoses, subcutaneous mycoses, systemic mycoses and opportunistic mycoses. A complete section is dedicated to pseudofungal infections. The highly illustrated text concludes with a detailed appendices section and each chapter features key references for further reading. Key points Fully revised, fourth edition providing latest information on the diagnosis and management of fungal infections Covers the entire spectrum of mycoses Highly illustrated with clinical photographs and figures Previous edition (9788188039780) published in 2009
Download or read book Essentials of Clinical Mycology written by Carol A. Kauffman and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-01-12 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinical Mycology offers a comprehensive review of this discipline. Organized by types of fungi, this volume covers microbiologic, epidemiologic and demographic aspects of fungal infections as well as diagnostic, clinical, therapeutic, and preventive approaches. Special patient populations are also detailed.
Download or read book Larone s Medically Important Fungi written by Thomas J. Walsh and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-07-02 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide for identifying fungi from clinical specimens Medically Important Fungi will expand your knowledge and support your work by: Providing detailed descriptions of the major mycoses as viewed in patients' specimens by direct microscopic examination of stained slides Offering a logical step-by-step process for identification of cultured organisms, utilizing detailed descriptions, images, pointers on organisms' similarities and distinctions, and selected references for further information Covering nearly 150 of the fungi most commonly encountered in the clinical mycology laboratory Presenting details on each organism's pathogenicity, growth characteristics, relevant biochemical reactions, and microscopic morphology, illustrated with photomicrographs, Dr. Larone's unique and elegant drawings, and color photos of colony morphology and various test results Explaining the current changes in fungal taxonomy and nomenclature that are due to information acquired through molecular taxonomic studies of evolutionary fungal relationships Providing basic information on molecular diagnostic methods, e.g., PCR amplification, nucleic acid sequencing, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, and other commercial platforms Including an extensive section of easy-to-follow lab protocols, a comprehensive list of media and stain procedures, guidance on collection and preparation of patient specimens, and an illustrated glossary With Larone's Medically Important Fungi: A Guide to Identification, both novices and experienced professionals in clinical microbiology laboratories can continue to confidently identify commonly encountered fungi.
Download or read book Clinical Mycology written by William E. Dismukes and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Within the field of infectious diseases, medical mycology has experienced significant growth over the last decade. Invasive fungal infections have been increasing in many patient populations, including: those with AIDS; transplant recipients; and the elderly. As these populations grow, so does the diversity of fungal pathogens. Paralleling this development, there have been recent launches of several new antifungal drugs and therapies. Clinical Mycology offers a comprehensive review of this discipline. Organized by types of fungi, this volume covers microbiologic, epidemiologic and demographic aspects of fungal infections as well as diagnostic, clinical, therapeutic, and preventive approaches. Special patient populations are also detailed.
Download or read book Bailey Scott s Diagnostic Microbiology E Book written by Patricia Tille and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-12-28 with total page 1136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect your lab skills with the gold standard in microbiology! Serving as both the #1 bench reference for practicing microbiologists and as a favorite text for students in clinical laboratory science programs, Bailey & Scott’s Diagnostic Microbiology, 14th Edition covers all the topical information and critical thinking practice you need for effective laboratory testing. This new edition also features hundreds step-by-step procedures, updated visuals, new case studies, and new material on the latest trends and equipment in clinical microbiology — including automation, automated streaking, MALDI-TOF, and incubator microscopes. It’s everything you need to get quality lab results in class and in clinical practice! More than 800 detailed, full-color illustrations aid comprehension and help in visualizing concepts. Expanded sections on parasitology, mycology, and virology eliminate the need to purchase separate books on this material. General and Species boxes in the organism chapters highlight the important topics that will be discussed in the chapter. Case studies provide the opportunity to apply information to a variety of diagnostic scenarios, and help improve decision-making and critical thinking skills. Hands-on procedures include step-by-step instructions, full-color photos, and expected results. A glossary of terms is found at the back of the book for quick reference. Learning objectives begin each chapter, offering a measurable outcome to achieve by the completing the material. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website enhance learning with review questions and procedures. NEW! Coverage of automation, automated streaking, MALDI-TOF, and incubator microscopes keeps you in the know on these progressing topics. NEW! Updated images provide a more vivid look into book content and reflect the latest procedures. NEW! Thoroughly reviewed and updated chapters equip you with the most current information. NEW! Significant lab manual improvements provide an excellent learning resource at no extra cost. NEW! 10 extra case studies on the Evolve companion website offer more opportunities to improve critical thinking skills.
Download or read book Medical Microbiology written by Michael Ford and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-05 with total page 565 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biomedical scientists are the foundation of modern healthcare, from cancer screening to diagnosing HIV, from blood transfusion for surgery to food poisoning and infection control. Without biomedical scientists, the diagnosis of disease, the evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment, andresearch into the causes and cures of disease would not be possible.The Fundamentals of Biomedical Science series has been written to reflect the challenges of practicing biomedical science today. It draws together essential basic science with insights into laboratory practice to show how an understanding of the biology of disease is coupled to the analyticalapproaches that lead to diagnosis. Assuming only a minimum of prior knowledge, the series reviews the full range of disciplines to which a Biomedical Scientist may be exposed - from microbiology to cytopathology to transfusion science.The series:- Understands the complex roles of Biomedical Scientists in the modern practice of medicine.- Understands the development needs of employers and the Profession.- Addresses the need for understanding of a range of fundamental sciences in the context of Biomedicine.- Places the theoretical aspects of Biomedical Science in their practical context via clinical case studies.Medical Microbiology covers a range of key laboratory techniques used in the diagnosis of important human diseases caused by microorganisms. From sample collection, through to analysis and laboratory investigation, the text covers a wide range of procedures and highlights how and why results aregenerated. The third edition has been expanded to cover a wider range of topics, including a new chapter on Whole Genome Sequencing and extended coverage of syphilis and MALDI.
Download or read book Introduction to Diagnostic Microbiology for the Laboratory Sciences written by Maria Dannessa Delost and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2020-12-15 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction to Diagnostic Microbiology for the Laboratory Sciences, Second Edition provides a concise study of clinically significant microorganisms for the medical laboratory student and laboratory practitioner.
Download or read book Diagnostic Medical Parasitology written by Lynne Shore Garcia and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-08-06 with total page 1388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diagnostic Medical Parasitology covers all aspects of human medical parasitology and provides detailed, comprehensive, relevant diagnostic methods in one volume. The new edition incorporates newly recognized parasites, discusses new and improved diagnostic methods, and covers relevant regulatory requirements and has expanded sections detailing artifact material and histological diagnosis, supplemented with color images throughout the text.
Download or read book Fundamentals of Mycology written by J.H. Burnett and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Essentials of Microbiology for Dental Students E Book written by Amita Jain and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2023-07-26 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a thorough and systematic approach of microbiology in a very clear, concise, simplified and easily understandable manner. The text is amply illustrated by large number of figures, flowcharts, tables and boxes. This will help not only in understanding the concepts to clear the professional exams but will also teach the importance and application of microbiology in clinical practice. - Focus on clinical and laboratory aspects of infectious diseases covering bacterial, tubercular, viral, parasitic and fungal infections. - Organization of the text into sections helps to recollect the facts easily. - Chapter outline in the beginning of each chapter helps to facilitate self-learning by the students. - Syndromic approach to common syndromes highlights the important causes and laboratory diagnostic approach. - Flowcharts and line diagrams represent the diagnostic procedures and life cycles. - Questions given at the end of chapters for self-assessment of topics. - Multiple choice questions section-by-section at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied. Online Resources at www.medenact.com - Complimentary access to full e-book. - Procedural animations.
Download or read book Medical Mycology written by Martha E. Kern and published by F A Davis Company. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each of the seven modules includes prerequisites, content outline, objectives, follow-up activities, references, and self-study examinations Teaches proper laboratory practice and presents the biology and physiology of fungi, describing the epidemiology of fungal infections, defining fungal disease states, and emphasizing laboratory identification of fungi based on body sites Test protocols and reagent recipes are highlighted in each module Information about AIDS and immunocompromised patients has been added to the pertinent disease descriptions, following the discussion of causative organisms Module 2 includes common techniques for fungal culture preservation, DNA testing for rapid identification, and antifungal therapeutics
Download or read book Essentials of Veterinary Bacteriology and Mycology written by Gordon R. Carter and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Manual of Clinical Microbiology written by Karen C. Carroll and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2019-02-01 with total page 1 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Manual of Clinical Microbiology Twelfth Edition Revised by a collaborative, international, interdisciplinary team of editors and authors, this edition includes the latest applications of genomics and proteomics and is filled with current findings regarding infectious agents, leading-edge diagnostic methods, laboratory practices, and safety guidelines. This edition also features three new chapters on accreditation, Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex, and human herpesvirus 8. This seminal reference of microbiology continues to set the standard for state-of-the-science laboratory practice as the most authoritative reference in the field of microbiology.
