Perfect your lab skills with the gold standard in microbiology! Serving as both the #1 bench reference for practicing microbiologists and 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 features hundreds of step-by-step procedures, updated visuals, new case studies, and the latest insights on trends and equipment in clinical microbiology, including automation, automated streaking, MALDI-TOF, and incubator microscopes. It’s everything you need to achieve quality lab results in class and clinical practice!
- Over 800 detailed, full-color illustrations aid comprehension and help in visualizing complex concepts in microbiology.
- Expanded sections on parasitology, mycology, and virology eliminate the need to purchase separate books on these essential topics.
- General and Species boxes in the organism chapters highlight key topics, facilitating focused learning and review.
- Case studies provide opportunities to apply information to a variety of diagnostic scenarios, enhancing decision-making and critical thinking skills.
- Hands-on procedures include step-by-step instructions, full-color photos, and expected results, making practical laboratory skills accessible.
- A glossary of terms at the back of the book offers quick reference for essential microbiological terminology.
Authors:
Patricia M. Tille PhD MLS(ASCP) AHI(AMT) FACSc (Author)
Edition:
14th
Publication Date:
December 21, 2016
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