Biomarkers of Disease: An Evidence-Based Approach - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521811023 ISBN 13: 9780521811026

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

This new publication takes a critical, evidence-based look at the efficacy of new diagnostic tests which are increasingly being used to evaluate organ damage and dysfunction. The use of biomarkers is growing, with a steady stream of new products being brought out by the pharmaceutical industry. However, in many cases the evidence which supports the use of these new methods as opposed to traditional biochemical tests has not yet been demonstrated, and it is intended that this volume will help clarify the strengths and weaknesses of using these biomarkers across a wide range of applications and in the various organs of the body. This approach will provide an invaluable overview of the diverse applications of biomarkers in medicine.

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Book Description:

This new publication takes a critical, evidence-based look at the efficacy of new diagnostic tests which are increasingly being used to evaluate organ damage and dysfunction. Some of these assist in diagnosis, others provide a means of monitoring the state of progression of disease and the effectiveness of therapeutic options. This approach will provide pathologists, clinical biochemists and medical laboratory scientists with an invaluable overview of the diverse applications of biomarkers in medicine.

Review:

"Covers an amazing array of biomarkers and their usefulness in determining appropriate functioning of many different organ systems ... Despite the multitude of expert authors, the writing style is remarkably consistent ... This is a great book for anyone wanting to get up to speed in this rapidly developing area. I know I will refer it frequently in the near future as I field requests for biomarker testing, and will keep it readily accessible on my bookshelf!" Doody's Notes

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0521811023
• ISBN 13: 9780521811026
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 518
• Editor: Trull Andrew K., Demers Lawrence M., Holt David W., Johnston Atholl, Tredger J. Michael, Price Christopher P.