Diagnostic Endocrinology

Providing up-to-date information on endocrine tests, this volume covers methods, uses, interpretation and pitfalls. The emphasis is placed on identfication of a specific disorder, the tests necessary to make a specific diagnosis, and the sensitivity and specificity of those tests.

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Bridging the gap between encyclopedic works and handbooks, this text provides up-to-date information on endocrine tests and their methods, uses, interpretation and pitfalls. Readers also will find information on when to suspect an endocrine disorder, how to screen for it quickly (or rule it out), how to use appropriate tests.