A Guide to Identification - 5th Edition (Hardcover)
Now in its Fifth Edition, the highly acclaimed Medically Important Fungi continues to set the standard in its field. Clinical laboratories around the world depend on this for its superb illustrations of microscopic morphology that initiate step-by-step guidance along with textual descriptions, instructions on laboratory methods and on preparation and applications of useful media, and specific references for further information; all of which enable the user to approach the identification of medically important fungi with confidence. The unique organization of Medically Important Fungi compares similar organisms side by side, using photomicrographs, exquisite line drawings, and comparative tables to illustrate critical characteristics and distinctions. The book avoids technical jargon in favor of clear, straightforward explanations that enable everyone from novices to experienced lab technologists to support best medical care with accurate identification of fungi.