Pediatric Laboratory Medicine

Pediatric Laboratory Medicine is a comprehensive, full-color reference dedicated exclusively to the unique principles and practices of laboratory testing in neonatal and pediatric populations. Recognizing that infants and children differ significantly from adults in metabolic, biochemical, and developmental parameters, this book addresses a critical gap in the laboratory medicine literature. It provides age-specific guidance on test selection, specimen handling, and result interpretation, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective clinical decision-making for pediatric patients.

Key Features:

• Focuses exclusively on laboratory medicine for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents
• Provides age-specific reference ranges and interpretation of laboratory results
• Covers daily operational issues, pediatric test selection, and pediatric-specific disorders
• Includes in-depth chapters on inborn errors of metabolism and therapeutic drug monitoring
• Offers practical “how-to” guidance for proper pediatric specimen collection and handling
• Designed to support both clinical practice and trainee education
• Features learning objectives, end-of-chapter review questions, and curated references
• Enhanced with high-quality full-color images and detailed tables
• Written by experienced clinicians with expertise in pediatric laboratory medicine