© 2004 BMJ Publishing Group Ltd & Association of Clinical Pathologists
BOOK REVIEW
Histopathology Specimens: Clinical, Pathological and Laboratory Aspects
Authored by D C Allen, R I Cameron. Published by Springer, 2004, pp 518. ISBN 1 85233 740 0
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When reviewing a book of this nature it is difficult to be critical because there are several different methods of specimen handling and processing. The method used is often dependent on personal preference and accepted protocols in individual laboratories. As the authors state in the preface, there is no one correct method; however, irrespective of the method used, maximum information must be obtained from the macroscopic and microscopic examination.
In an era where great importance is placed on the information obtained from macroscopic examination of the specimen and optimal processing of tissue for histological examination, a book to guide pathologists is welcome.
This book covers specimens from 11 anatomical regions, each including numerous specific sites and one miscellaneous section. Each section covers anatomy (including lymphovascular supply, where applicable), clinical presentation, clinical
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