Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology 2nd Edition by Connie Mahon, George Manuselis, and Connie Mahon offers students a comprehensive approach to the essential information they need in identifying etiologic agents of infectious diseases. New content has been added on emerging viral pathogens, newly recognized parasitic agents, emerging resistance, and emerging technologies. Pedagogical features include tables, procedures, case studies, and illustrations. Information is presented to beginning level students in a logical approach to microbiology progressing from core principles and concepts to systematic identification of etiologic agents of infectious disease. A saleable instructor's CD-ROM is also available.
This book really covers the practical techniques to identify different microorganisms. You finally understand which steps are taken, the flow-charts are excellent. It is up-to-date with many color and B/W pictures of the most recent micro technologies and procedures. East to read and understand. Although this book is not as comprehensive as Manual of clinical microbiology edited by Murray, it is an excellent textbook for the beginner in the field of microbiology. The color photographies are in good quality and numerous, which are wonderful tools for the readers.
The book reads well; illustrations and photos are terrific. From an educator's perspective it has all the essentials: objectives, practice questions with answers, chapter outlines, and case studies that add a nice clinical touch. It is inviting to read by use of color and organization.
Book Info
The Univ. of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX. Covers the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. More that 650 illustrations, mostly in color, explain concepts. Key terms, questions, case studies, and increased coverage of emerging pathogens. Previous edition: c1995. DNLM: Microbiological Techniques.
Book Details
This book really covers the practical techniques to identify different microorganisms. You finally understand which steps are taken, the flow-charts are excellent. It is up-to-date with many color and B/W pictures of the most recent micro technologies and procedures. East to read and understand. Although this book is not as comprehensive as Manual of clinical microbiology edited by Murray, it is an excellent textbook for the beginner in the field of microbiology. The color photographies are in good quality and numerous, which are wonderful tools for the readers.
The book reads well; illustrations and photos are terrific. From an educator's perspective it has all the essentials: objectives, practice questions with answers, chapter outlines, and case studies that add a nice clinical touch. It is inviting to read by use of color and organization.
Book Info
The Univ. of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX. Covers the essentials of diagnostic microbiology. More that 650 illustrations, mostly in color, explain concepts. Key terms, questions, case studies, and increased coverage of emerging pathogens. Previous edition: c1995. DNLM: Microbiological Techniques.
Book Details
- Hardcover: 1230 pages
- Publisher: Saunders; 2 edition (May 15, 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 072167917X
- ISBN-13: 9780721679174
- Book Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.4 x 1.9 inches
