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Medical Parasitology: A Self-Instructional Text

by Ruth Leventhal, Russell Cheadle
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Overview

Rely on this concise, systematic introduction to the biology and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases. Explore an extensive series of photographs, line drawings, and plates that aid in the recognition of parasitic diseases and help to build a solid understanding of the fundamentals of diagnosis and treatment.
Updated and enhanced, the 6th Edition features an expanded art program now in full color. You ll also find more case studies and new interactive exercises online at DavisPlus.
Makes the perfect laboratory manual for all disciplines and specialties.

The book contains predominantly black-and-white illustrations, with some color illustrations.

Synopsis

An emphasis on a self-instructional approach provides a concise, systematic introduction to the biology and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases. Superb color plates, line drawings, and black-and-white photographs enhance the text. This book is unparalleled as a learning tool for students of medical technology, biology, medicine, and public health, and can be used as a laboratory manual. "I like the concise, clear text. The tests are good. Color plates are excellent. Overall, an excellent textbook." -- Lynn Hale, MT(ASCP)SM, MBA, Medical Technology Program, Pathologists Associated, Muncie, Indiana "Nice self-study. Tables very valuable with key information in organized manner. Study questions and case studies very useful." -- Carol Larson, MSEd, MY(ASCP), Assistant Professor, Division of Medical Technology, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Booknews

With 134 color plates and other illustrations of disease-causing parasites, and coverage of clinical manifestations and laboratory procedures, Rosenthal (biology, Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State U.) and Cheadle (medical technology, U. of Rio Grande, Ohio) update and review the information needed by students in this field. Includes glossaries, review and case study questions, a final exam, and word puzzles (all with an answer key). The last edition appeared in 1996, and the first in 1979. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

About the Author, Ruth Leventhal

Ruth Leventhal, PhD, MBA, MT(ASCP), Professor of Biology, The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Russell F. Cheadle, MS, MT(ASCP), Program Director and Associate Professor, Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, University of Rio Grande, Rio Grande, Ohio

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Booknews

A concise introduction to the biology and epidemiology of human parasites with carefully coordinated color photographs and line drawings to facilitate the recognition and diagnosis of manifestations. Assumes some background in biology. The fourth edition expands the discussions of the symptomatology, pathology, and treatment of each disease, and includes some new ones, particularly those associated with AIDS. The dates of previous editions are not noted. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

From The Critics

With 134 color plates and other illustrations of disease-causing parasites, and coverage of clinical manifestations and laboratory procedures, Rosenthal (biology, Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State U.) and Cheadle (medical technology, U. of Rio Grande, Ohio) update and review the information needed by students in this field. Includes glossaries, review and case study questions, a final exam, and word puzzles (all with an answer key). The last edition appeared in 1996, and the first in 1979. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Book Details

Published
April 1, 2011
Publisher
F. A. Davis Company
Pages
272
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780803625433

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