Download or read book Immune Hemolytic Anemias written by Lawrence D. Petz and published by Churchill Livingstone. This book was released on 2004 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's a New Edition of Petz & Garratty's classic text, Acquired Immune Hemolytic Anemias, originally published in 1980. The scope of the book has now been expanded to include the full spectrum of autoimmune and alloimmune immune hemolytic anemias including hemolysis associated with transplantation, hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, and hemolytic transfusion reactions. Completely revised and updated from beginning to end, it presents authoritative coverage of all of today's best laboratory tests as well as the latest diagnostic and treatment methods. Presents the latest advances in knowledge about hemolytic anemias in neonates, bone marrow transplantation recipients, individuals with autoimmune disorders, and more. Features a significantly expanded section on differential diagnosis that includes disorders such as lymphoma and EBV-associated hemolysis and reflects the latest immunologic assays. Synthesizes the expertise of the world's most respected authorities on the subject.