Molecular Diagnostics: Fundamentals, Methods, &... May 2026

Covers nucleic acid extraction methods, electrophoresis, hybridization technologies, restriction enzyme mapping, and amplification techniques (PCR, NASBA).

Reviews the structure and function of DNA, RNA, and proteins, covering topics such as replication, transcription, and translation. Molecular Diagnostics: Fundamentals, Methods, &...

Molecular Diagnostics: Fundamentals, Methods, & Clinical Applications by Lela Buckingham (and Maribeth L. Flaws in earlier editions) is a leading textbook designed for clinical laboratory science students and professionals, with a new 4th edition published in February 2026. It provides a foundational understanding of nucleic acid biochemistry, common laboratory techniques, and the clinical application of molecular-based assays. Core Areas Covered Flaws in earlier editions) is a leading textbook

The textbook is generally organized into three key sections, covering the full spectrum of molecular laboratory practices: common laboratory techniques

Provides clinical scenarios to illustrate the use and interpretation of assays in patient care.