Modern Techniques for DNA and RNA Assessments
Fig. 8.1 RT-PCR. Following RNA purification and construction of tagged cDNAs, PCR amplification is done with quantitative results available in real time. PCR cycles required to shift from an initial…
How to Set Up, Staff, and Fund Your Basic Science or Translational Research Laboratory
Intramural Extramural Start-up from your own institution Personal donations and philanthropy Pilot grant funding (departmental or institutional) Disease-oriented foundations Regional Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) pilot funding Department of Veterans…
The Cardiovascular System
Chapter 10 The Cardiovascular Exam Salvatore Mangione, MD “Just when the lamps were lit, a messenger came and brought me to the Emperor as he had bidden. Three doctors had…
Heart Murmurs
Chapter 12 Heart Murmurs Salvatore Mangione, MD “That the stethoscope will come in general use notwithstanding its value I am extremely doubtful, because its beneficial application requires much time and…
General Appearance, Facies, and Body Habitus
Chapter 1 General Appearance, Facies, and Body Habitus Salvatore Mangione, MD “I knew you came from Afghanistan. From long habit, the train of thought ran so swiftly through my mind…
The Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 21 The Musculoskeletal System Salvatore Mangione, MD “As to my health, thanks be to God, as long as I sit still I am without any pain, but if I…
The Neurologic System
Chapter 19 The Neurologic System Enrica Arnaudo, MD, and , Michael D. Kim, DO “From the brain and the brain only arise our pleasures, joys, laughter and jests, as well…
Nose and Mouth
Chapter 6 Nose and Mouth Salvatore Mangione, MD “How do you know that I’ve told a lie?” Pinocchio asked the Fairy. “Lies, my dear boy, are quickly discovered; because they…
Vital Signs
Chapter 2 Vital Signs Salvatore Mangione, MD “Immediately below a completely compressed artery (with obliteration of the lumen) no sounds are heard. As soon as the first drop of blood…
