Salient Features
* This book explains the basic fundamentals of clinical chemistry, laboratory hematology and practical blood transfusion for the optimum use of laboratory tests in diagnosis and management of diseases. v Its main strengths are easy readability, scientific basis, incorporation of most recent concepts and clinical relevance.
* Discussion of laboratory tests is preceded, where required, by basic information on anatomy, physiology, and a concise outline of relevant diseases to facilitate understanding.
* The entire text is organized in three sections which are further divided into 39 chapters. Key information is emphasized by numerous illustrations, tables, and boxes. Reference ranges and critical values have been incorporated at the end of each chapter for quick access.
* It is mainly intended for second MBBS students and postgraduate residents in pathology. It will also be an essential reading for students of medical laboratory technology.

Table Of Contents
Section 1: Chemical Pathology and Related Studies
1. Examination of Urine
2. Renal Function Tests
3. Diabetes Mellitus
4. Liver Function Tests
5. Disorders of Lipids and Biochemical Cardiac Markers
6. Examination of Cerebrospinal Fluid
7. Examination of Pleural and Peritoneal Fluids
8. Examination of Sputum
9. Examination of Feces
10. Gastric Analysis
11. Tests for Malabsorption and Pancreatic Function
12. Thyroid Function Tests
13. Pregnancy Tests
14. Infertility
15. Semen Analysis

Section 2: Laboratory Hematology
16. Hematopoiesis
17. Collection of Blood
18. Estimation of Hemoglobin
19. Packed Cell Volume
20. Total Leukocyte Count
21. Reticulocyte Count
22. Blood Smear
23. Red Cell Indices
24. Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
25. Examination of Bone Marrow
26. Diagnosis of Malaria and Other Parasites in Blood
27. Laboratory Tests in Anemia
28. Laboratory Tests in Hematological Malignancies
29. Laboratory Tests in Bleeding Disorders
30. Laboratory Tests in Thrombophilia
31. Laboratory Tests in Porphyrias
32. Automation in Hematology

Section 3: Practical Blood Transfusion
33. Blood Group Systems
34. Blood Grouping
35. Collection of Donor Blood, Processing and Storage
36. Screening Tests for Infections Transmissible by Transfusion
37. Compatibility Test (Cross-match)
38. Adverse Effects of Transfusion
39. Blood Components General References
Index