Comprehensive Resources in Clinical and Medical Biochemistry

Clinical Biochemistry by Nanda Maheshwari is a student-friendly book on the subject that covers the length and breadth of clinical biochemistry. The new edition of the textbook covers all the essentials of clinical biochemistry in a simple, narrative form, which meets the present requirements of the students. It presents the text in the descriptive style with simple language and explains latest techniques and instrumentation in synchronization with the practical testing methods. This edition may help the student community to learn each unit to practice clinical biochemistry.

Key Features and Educational Approach

The work is written in a simplified and easy-to-understand format and divided into 25 chapters. It is a valuable asset for DMLT, undergraduates and medical students owing to its practical approach towards the subject. The material is designed to furnish the readers a logical sequence of events that aids learning and memorize. Furthermore, the self-test of each unit will help the readers to check their knowledge in the area of clinical biochemistry.

• Comprehensive Coverage: Introduces highly useful chapters on biostatics, vitamins, body fluids and thyroid tests, etc.
• Visual Learning: Simplified the text with diagrams and color plates, while lucid diagrams, flowcharts and tables will help the learners to understand and remember easily.
• Practical Methods: This is the unique title comprising preparation of solutions, sample collection, quality control and functional tests in detail.
• Structure: Each chapter begins with an objective, introduction and ends with summary and self-assessment questions which involve short answer questions, case studies and multiple choice questions (MCQs).
• Clinical Data: Provides list of laboratory test, normal ranges and their clinical use.

Clinical Studies and Disease Context

Regarding advanced clinical applications, the book Clinical Studies in Medical Biochemistry uses a case-study approach to present core principles of biochemistry and molecular biology in the context of human disease. Many cases have been carefully chosen to cover key concepts and common diseases. Each chapter provides a specific patient report that includes relevant history, pertinent clinical laboratory data, physical findings, and subsequent diagnosis. This is followed by a comprehensive discussion of normal biochemical processes and reactions pertaining to the case, along with the pathophysiological mechanisms of the disease. The whole volume is clearly focused on intermediary metabolism and other topics central to biochemistry.

Advanced Topics and Diagnostic Advances

There are new chapters on topics such as collagen structure, mitochondrial metabolism, and vascular disease. There is also more coverage of nutritional biochemistry, including new chapters on protein-calorie malnutrition, obesity, vitamin A deficiency, and iron metabolism. The text includes recent advances in diagnostic biochemistry and the status of current therapies. Chapters such as carbohydrates, electrolytes, fluid balance, acid-base balance, liver function test, renal function tests, quality control, special tests and case studies may be useful for the readers.

Summary of Key Biochemistry Literature