| Summary: | This practical guide provides information essential to understanding the significance of molecular biology and its application to everyday practice. Coverage focuses on the spectrum of currently used molecular tests in the areas of hematopathology, solid tumors, genetics, and identify testing. Examples of both molecular and cytogenetic assays demonstrate how these tests are used in today's pathology labs to detect a wide range of infectious diseases and inherited and metabolic conditions. Presents the full range of molecular diagnostic methods from the standpoint of their clinical applications and diagnostic value. Provides full-chapter coverage of each type of molecular testing, including genetics · carcinomas · sarcomas · leukemias and lymphomas · and identity testing. Concisely covers all areas of molecular pathology-making it the single source for all aspects of this field. Features the contributions of 12 leading experts in molecular pathology. Offers a complete introduction to molecular biology as well as common molecular methods of testing. Focuses on test utility as well as test interpretation and significance. With 11 additional contributors.
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