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Forthcoming	Title	The Patient's Guide to Medical Tests: Everything You Need to Know about the Tests Your Doctor Prescribes
TO INDEX	Author	Segen. J.C and Stauffer, J.
	Publisher	Orient Longman
	Price	Rs. 295.00	Pages	432pp
	As consumers of medical services and treatment, it is important to have a basic understanding of procedures and outcomes in order to make intelligent choices about prescribed health care. The Patient's Guide to Medical Tests alphabetically lists the test most commonly used by physicians, hospitals and commercial labs. An extensive glossary of medical terms translates professional terminology into accessible language. A " Comments" section notes any precautions to take when evaluating results, as well highlighting any potential risks to patients. Organized alphabetically, this comprehensive volume provides a wealth of information on more than 1,000 commonly prescribed tests, such as the CAT scan, amniocentesis, PSA blood test for prostate cancer, HIV test, mammography , fetal monitoring, and pulmonary function test, among others.