This Book Taught Me Everything. “This book gave me my foundation in biochemistry lab diagnostics. I 100% recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about the different procedures…like (nucleic acid purification, nucleic acid amplification, expression testing, etc...)”—Ana, Online Reviewer

Good book for CLS/MLT students.“Loved this book, I had the previous editions for college for my CLS/MTL classes. The book explains a lot and in great detail. Bought it again because I rented the other one and wanted a hard copy to study for the board.”—A.Y.Z.C., Online Reviewer

Build the foundation for classroom and professional success.

Meet the challenges of this rapidly expanding field with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of nucleic acid biochemistry as well as the advanced concepts integral to practice in today’s laboratories. With a focus on the application of molecular concepts to the diagnosis of disease, this popular resource encompasses microbiology, virology, genetics, oncology, and human identification.

Inside, you’ll find in-depth explanations of the principles of molecular-based assays as well as reference material and trouble-shooting tips for the laboratory. Discussions of general diagnostic procedures prepare you to adapt to the emergence of new diagnostic technologies.

• New, Updated & Expanded! Incorporating advances in science and clinical practice and newer technologies and techniques
• New! Expanded descriptions of human identification for application to parentage testing, chimerism analysis, ancestry testing, and genetic genealogy
• Updated & Expanded! Coverage of basic genetics and DNA, proteins, cell function, managing and analyzing DNA data, next generation sequencing, polymerase chain reaction, primer designs, and more.
• New! Streamlined organization and a full-color design and art program to make often challenging concepts and techniques easier to understand
• New & Updated! Critical-Thinking Case Studies and Lab Exercises online
• Coverage of the application of molecular diagnostics to the clinical laboratory encompasses microbiology, virology, genetics, oncology, and human identification.
• “Advanced Concepts” challenge those interested in a higher level of learning.
• “Case Studies” in the clinical chapters show students how to apply molecular concepts to diagnostic testing.
• Study Questions at the end of each chapter (with answers in the Appendix) mirror the ASCP certification exam’s style.