Editor: Murphy, Michael J., University of Connecticut, CT, USA.
Publisher: Humana Press Inc.
ISBN-10: 1607611708
ISBN-13: 978-1607611707
Format: Hardcover
Publication date: Early 2011

Overview

“Molecular Diagnostics in Dermatology and Dermatopathology” presents the basics of molecular biology and molecular diagnostic methods most commonly used in the clinical laboratory, with an emphasis on the concepts and testing most relevant to dermatological diseases. Topics include the integration of newer diagnostic and prognostic techniques with ‘traditional’ histologic approaches, and discussions of regulatory, ethical, legal, and economic issues, in addition to ‘newer’ technologies. This important diagnostic tool outlines the clinically relevant uses (i.e., diagnostic, staging and/or prognostic) applications of these techniques in the field of dermatology. Molecular studies that investigate the pathogenesis of skin diseases are excluded, unless they also have a direct diagnostic utility. A broad range of cutaneous conditions are covered and molecular testing strategies with immediate clinical relevance are specifically emphasized. This book will be of interest to practicing dermatologists, dermatopathologists, dermatology and pathology residents/trainees, and other physicians interested in the diagnosis and management of skin diseases.