This resource is a quick reference for the many diagnostic tests most frequently used by infection preventionsists (IPs). Information is presented in a wide variety of easy-to-use descriptions, summaries, and tables.  This book will be useful to the IP at any career stage (novice, proficient, advanced).

Features include: 

• Review of specific lab tests such as cultures, Gram stains, serologic tests, urinalysis, fluid analysis, and more
• Overview of microbiology disciplines including mycobacteriology, mycology, parasitology, and virology 
• Overview of clinical microbiology lab services

Note: A free electronic copy of this book is available for download through the Building Bridges IP Col-lab-oration project. Free download available until December 31, 2012.

Author: Patricia A. Kulich, RN, CIC and David L. Taylor, PhD, D(ABMM), eds.
Publisher: APIC
Date of Publication: 2012
ISBN: 1-933013-52-4
Format: Book

• Table of Contents