Biomedical Science Practice

Description

An introduction to the key professional skills and core laboratory techniques that underpin successful professional practice, providing a strong foundation for beginning biomedical science students.

• A blend of science theory and biomedical science practice make this series ideal for those seeking both the knowledge and skills to become proficient biomedical scientists
• Self-check, case study, and discussion questions, with answers provided at the back of the book, encourage students to analyse the text and develop their problem solving skills
• The series is accompanied by online resources, which include an interactive digital microscope, video interviews with practicing biomedical scientists, and 'in the lab' footage showing biomedical science in practice
• The text is written by an experienced author team, including both practitioners and educators
• Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support

New to this edition

• Updated content on health and safety, particularly on the control of substances hazardous to health regulation, risk assessments and the use of personal protective equipment in Chapter 4
• Revised content on fitness to practice in Chapter 2
• Updated content on personal development in Chapter 18

About the Author(s)

Nessar Ahmed, Reader in Clinical Biochemistry, Manchester Metropolitan University, Hedley Glencross, and Qiuyu Wang, Senior Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University

Table of Contents

1:Biomedical science and biomedical scientists, Hedley Glencross
2:Fitness to practise, Hedley Glencross
3:Communications in laboratory medicine, Hedley Glencross and Georgina Lavender
4:Health and safety, Hedley Glencross and Alison Taylor
5:Preparing and measuring reagents, Ian Graham
6:Samples and sample collection, Joyce Overfield
7:Microscopy, Tony Sims and Qiuyu Wang
8:Electrochemistry, Peter Robinson
9:Spectroscopy, Qiuyu Wang, Helen Montgomery, Nessar Ahmed, and Chris Smith
10:Centrifugation, Qiuyu Wang, Nessar Ahmed, and Chris Smith
11:Chromatography, Qiuyu Wang, Nessar Ahmed, and Chris Smith
12:Electrophoresis, Qiuyu Wang, Nessar Ahmed, and Chris Smith
13:Immunological techniques, Christine Yates and Qiuyu Wang
14:Molecular biology techniques, Qiuyu Wang, Nessar Ahmed, and Chris Smith
15:Laboratory automation, Tim James
16:Point of care testing, Jan Still, Lynda Petley, and Garry McDowell
17:Quality assurance and management, Elaine Moore
18:Personal development, Hedley Glencross and Georgina Lavender

Reviews

"This book covers the biomedical science practice subject area in a very engaging, applied, and logical format. It is easy to read, the learning objectives and case studies complement the subject area within each chapter, and the figures and diagrams keep the reader interested. This is the best book on the market for anyone studying biomedical science or related fields." - Khalid Rahman, Professor of Physiological Biochemistry, Liverpool John Moores University

"Biomedical Science Practice clearly explains a number of commonly used laboratory techniques, but is also an excellent reference source for our Personal and Professional Development module as it thoroughly covers topics such as CPD and industry regulatory bodies. The chapter on Health and Safety is a particular strength and provides valuable information about legal requirements in the workplace as well as risk assessment procedures that are relevant to both biological and chemical laboratory work. I do not think there is another book that provides the same range of information in one place." - Chris Workman, Programme Manager for Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University Centre Leeds

Additional Resources

The online resources to accompany Biomedical Science Practice feature:

For registered adopters of the book:
· Figures from the book, available to download

For students:
- Video podcasts including interviews with practicing biomedical scientists
- 'In the lab' footage of key practical techniques, showing biomedical science in practice