Tests and procedures are listed in alphabetical order by their complete names for quick reference. The integrated index allows fast searches by abbreviation, synonym, disease/disorder, specimen type, or test classification. Plus, a Body Systems Appendix includes a list of common laboratory and diagnostic tests for each body system as well as nutrition-related lab tests.

Revised edition of: Davis's comprehensive handbook of laboratory and diagnostic tests / Zoanne Burgess Schnell, Anne M. Van Leeuwen, Todd R. Kranpitz. c2003.

Why This Book Will Help You Be a Better Nurse: The Intersection of Nursing Care and Lab/Dx Testing -- Preface -- Reviewers -- Contents -- Studies -- Laboratory/Diagnostic Procedure Checklist -- Appendix A Patient Preparation and Specimen Collection -- Appendix B Laboratory Critical Findings -- Appendix C Diagnostic Critical Findings.