Designed in an easy-to-follow outline format with numerous illustrations for added support, this comprehensive preparatory guide offers today's health professionals a balanced review of all clinical laboratory science subjects tested by today's certifying agencies including ASCP, AMT, and NCA.Thoroughly reviews urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, immunology/serology, blood banking, bacteriology, microbiology, and educational/management/research. Structures material in an clear, outline format, offering detailed, systematic information on traditional primary as well as secondary CLS subject matter. Presents simple visuals that depict such topics as hematology, parasitology, mycology, and urinalysis and aid readers in identifying basic cell morphologies and organisms. Includes charts, graphs, and line drawings to further enrich understanding, and provides key objectives and review questions for each chapter.For nurses, PTs, OTs, and physician assistants; also provides a thorough review for medical students in clinical pathology. Previously announced in the 6/02 catalog.