Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9781683674405 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1683674405 |
| Edition | 7th |
| Authors | Lars F. Westblade, Eileen M. Burd, Shawn R. Lockhart, Gary W. Procop |
| Publisher | ASM Press (Wiley) |
| Publication date | 2023 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 560 |
| Category | Medicine & Healthcare |
| List price | $66.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Description
Larone's Medically Important Fungi: A Guide to Identification, 7th Edition by Lars F. Westblade, Eileen M. Burd, Shawn R. Lockhart, and Gary W. Procop is the standard clinical mycology identification reference, covering more than 150 fungi encountered in the clinical laboratory. Medical technology programs, pathology residencies, and clinical microbiology labs can source it in bulk directly through Global Academic Supply.
Key Features
- 7th edition, ASM Press (Wiley), 2023, 560 pages, hardcover
- Covers direct identification from clinical specimens, identification from cultured isolates, molecular identification methods, and laboratory techniques
- Organisms arranged by morphological similarity rather than alphabetically, to aid side-by-side comparison
- Full-color image appendix supplementing the main text's photomicrographs, plus a glossary of mycology terms
- New coverage of emerging pathogens including Emergomyces and Emmonsia species
- Publisher list price $135.00
Specifications
- Authors: Lars F. Westblade, Eileen M. Burd, Shawn R. Lockhart, Gary W. Procop
- Publisher: ASM Press (Wiley)
- Edition: 7th
- Format: Hardcover, 560 pages
- ISBN-13: 9781683674405
- ISBN-10: 1683674405
- Publication date: 2023
Buy in Bulk from Global Academic Supply
Larone's Medically Important Fungi, 7th Edition is available to order through Global Academic Supply at $58.99 per copy for 5+, $57.99 for 10+, and $56.99 for 25+, against a $59.99 list price. Institutions can pay by purchase order with Net-30 terms, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted for qualifying organizations.
About This Edition
Larone's Medically Important Fungi is the long-standing standard for clinical fungal identification, now in its 7th edition under Lars F. Westblade, Eileen M. Burd, Shawn R. Lockhart, and Gary W. Procop. It is a natural bulk title for medical technology/MLS programs, pathology residencies, and clinical microbiology laboratories that need a shared identification reference on the bench and in the classroom.
Key Topics
- 7th edition, ASM Press (Wiley), 2023, 560 pages, hardcover
- Covers direct identification from clinical specimens, identification from cultured isolates, molecular identification methods, and laboratory techniques
- Organisms arranged by morphological similarity rather than alphabetically, to aid side-by-side comparison
- Full-color image appendix supplementing the main text's photomicrographs, plus a glossary of mycology terms
- New coverage of emerging pathogens including Emergomyces and Emmonsia species
- Publisher list price $135.00
Who This Is For
- Clinical microbiology and mycology laboratories, medical technology and MLS/CLS programs, and pathology residency programs identifying fungi from clinical specimens and cultures.
Table of Contents
- Basics — orientation, safety, and cautionary guidance for fungal identification procedures
- Direct Examination and Identification from Clinical Specimens
- Identification of Fungi from Cultured Isolates (organized by morphological similarity, not alphabetically)
- Molecular Identification Methods
- Laboratory Techniques
Plus a full-color Image Appendix and a Glossary of mycology terms.
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted at checkout
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9781683674405) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this book for?
A: Clinical microbiology and mycology laboratories, medical technology and MLS/CLS programs, and pathology residency programs identifying fungi from clinical specimens and cultures.
Q: What edition and format is this?
A: The 7th edition, hardcover, published by ASM Press (Wiley) in 2023, 560 pages.
Q: What is new in the 7th edition?
A: Coverage of emerging pathogens such as Emergomyces and Emmonsia species, alongside the existing organization by morphological similarity, a full-color image appendix, and a glossary of mycology terms.
Q: What bulk pricing tiers apply to this title?
A: $58.99 per copy for 5+, $57.99 for 10+, and $56.99 for 25+, against a $59.99 list price.
Q: Is it in stock for a bulk order?
A: Yes, it's currently in stock and available for bulk order.