Select, perform, and evaluate the results of new and established laboratory tests. Now fully searchable, this classic reference features extended content for clinical chemists, pathologists, and laboratory managers. It offers encyclopedic coverage of the field that defines analytical criteria for the medical usefulness of laboratory procedures, introduces new approaches for establishing reference ranges, describes variables that affect tests and results, and more. View more >Key FeaturesNEW! Internationally recognized chapter authors are considered among the best in their field.UPDATED! Expanded molecular diagnostics section with 12 chapters that focus on emerging issues and techniques in the rapidly evolving and important field of molecular diagnostics and genetics ensures this text is on the cutting edge and of the most value.NEW! Comprehensive list of reference intervals for children and adults with graphic displays developed using contemporary instrumentation.NEW! Standard and int