Larone's Medically Important Fungi: A Guide to Identification (ISBN 9781683674405)

Larone's Medically Important Fungi: A Guide to Identification is the definitive reference for identifying pathogenic fungi in clinical microbiology laboratories. Now in its latest edition, this authoritative guide provides detailed descriptions, illustrations, and diagnostic keys for recognizing fungi that cause human disease. It is widely recognized as the gold standard in medical mycology and is essential for students, clinicians, and laboratory professionals working in infectious disease diagnostics.

Product Details

• Title: Larone's Medically Important Fungi: A Guide to Identification
• Author: Davise H. Larone and contributors
• Publisher: ASM Press
• ISBN-13: 9781683674405
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 500+
• Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 inches
• Price: $69.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free shipping on all orders

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Key Features of This Textbook

• Definitive Identification Guide: Detailed morphological descriptions and diagnostic features of clinically relevant fungi.
• High-Quality Illustrations: Includes color photographs and photomicrographs for accurate identification.
• Clinical Relevance: Focuses on fungi that cause human infections and diseases.
• Diagnostic Utility: Provides practical laboratory techniques and identification keys.
• Trusted Authority: Written by Davise H. Larone, a leading figure in medical mycology.

Table of Contents Highlights

1. Introduction to Medical Mycology
2. General Characteristics of Fungi
3. Yeasts of Clinical Importance
4. Molds of Clinical Importance
5. Dimorphic Fungi
6. Opportunistic Pathogens
7. Diagnostic Methods and Laboratory Keys
8. Color Atlas of Fungal Morphology

Who Should Buy This Book?

• Clinical microbiologists identifying fungal pathogens.
• Medical students and residents studying infectious diseases.
• Laboratory technicians in diagnostic labs.
• Researchers in medical mycology and fungal pathology.

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FAQs

Is this book suitable for clinical use?

Yes, it is widely used in clinical microbiology labs for identifying fungi causing human infections.

Does it include color images?

Yes, it provides high-quality color images and photomicrographs to aid identification.

Who is the author?

Davise H. Larone, a leading expert in medical mycology and fungal identification.

Who publishes this edition?

ASM Press, a respected publisher of microbiology and infectious disease resources.

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