Description
Book SynopsisThis practical bench manual has been produced to help those working in the district laboratory, and those responsible for the organization and management of community laboratory services and the training of district laboratory personnel.
Trade ReviewReview of District Laboratory Practice in Developing Countries Part 1: 'Clear and easily understood information is provided on the clinical biochemistry of laboratory analytes and the biology of parasites … The book is probably the most comprehensive source of information available today to those who work in or need to know about laboratory services in developing countries. It can be recommended as a basic document for laboratory technicians, technologists, and medical doctors at all levels …' Bulletin of the World Health Organization
Table of ContentsPreface; 1. Organization and staffing of district laboratory services; 2. Total quality management of district laboratory services; 3. Health and safety in district laboratories; 4. Equipping district laboratories; 5. Parasitological tests; 6. Clinical chemistry tests; Appendix I. Preparation of reagents; Appendix II. Useful addresses; Appendix III. Useful charts and figures; Supplement. Planning a training curriculum for district laboratory personnel; Index.
