Hematology Laboratory

As automated instruments increasingly take over the routine technology of the diagnostic laboratory, and budgetary restrictions become of primary importance, laboratory staff must become skilled in the organization and administration of their service, the selection of appropriate equipment, quality assurance, and the clinical relevance of tests and their interpretation. This book recognizes that the clinical and laboratory components of haematology are of equal importance in providing effective health care and patient management. The chapters are therefore focused on applications of clinical medicine to haematology laboratories, including coagulation and transfusion medicine. The book should be of interest to haematologists, MLSOs, clinical pathologists, blood transfusionists, health administrators and laboratory managers.