Clinical Biochemistry

2014 BMA Medical Book Awards Highly Commended in the Basic and Clinical Sciences category, Clinical Biochemistry: An Illustrated Colour Text is a fully revised resource that offers essential insights for the modern medical student and clinicians alike. This concise yet comprehensive work provides a practical introduction to the pivotal role of clinical biochemistry in today’s healthcare setting. Organized into clearly delineated double-page learning units, the text is divided into four core sections. The introduction outlines the functions of a modern hospital laboratory and guides readers in the interpretation of test results, while the core biochemistry section reviews routine analyses and their clinical relevance. In addition, dedicated sections on endocrinology and specialised investigations delve into testing for thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, and gonadal functions as well as less common, yet significant, analytical procedures. Enhanced by mini case histories, key point boxes, flowcharts, and summary points, each section is supported with vivid four-colour illustrations and clinical photographs. Specific spreads have been refined - for instance, the differentiation between hyperkalaemia and hypokalaemia - to ensure clarity and practical understanding of complex topics. An appended list of annotated web resources further extends the reader’s opportunity to explore and consolidate their grasp of this essential subject area.