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  Color Atlas of Body Fluids: An
  Illustrated Field Guide Based on
  Proficiency Testing (2006)

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coverPublished September 25, 2006

Katherine A. Galagan, MD, FCAP, David Blomberg, MD, FCAP, P. Joanne Cornbleet, MD, PhD, FCAP, and Eric F. Glassy, MD, FCAP, editors

The Color Atlas of Body Fluids is the latest in the color atlas series from the CAP Hematology and Clinical Microscopy Resource Committee. Lavishly illustrated, the atlas is a comprehensive reference based on more than 20 years of proficiency testing in body fluids. Along with an overview of cytology and technical considerations, contents include the anatomy and formation, as well as the collection and preparation, of:

  • Cerebrospinal fluid
  • Pleural, peritoneal, and pericardial fluids
  • Synovial fluid

Similar in format to the Color Atlas of Hematology, the book contains numerous photographic examples along with brief write-ups to highlight the most important features of various cell types, including:

  • Erythroid series
  • Lymphoid series
  • Myeloid series
  • Mononuclear-Phagocytic series
  • Lining cells
  • Miscellaneous cells
  • Also featured are:

    • Crystals, microorganisms, and miscellaneous findings
    • Detailed “A Closer Look At…” sections focusing on numerous relevant topics
    • A unique section on distinguishing malignant from reactive cells

    Table of Contents (PDF, 48 K)
    How To Use This Book (PDF, 63 K)
    Cerebrospinal Fluid (Partial chapter) (PDF, 5.6 MB)
    Erythrocyte, Mature (PDF, 683 K)

    Ordering Information
    Download an order form and fax your order to the College.
    If placing an order by phone, please use the information below:

    Phone: 1-800-323-4040 option 1#
    Item number: PUB216
    Hardcover; 2006
    Member price: $125
    Non-member price: $150

     

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