Mabel Adams Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 I was thinking of getting a copy of Geoff Daniels book but I see that there are 2. Is the Essential Guide to Blood Groups just a condensed version of the Human Blood Groups book? I will probably wait for the new one of the latter to come out if so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbaldwin Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) I have both books. Human Blood Groups covers blood groups 001-026 extremely thoroughly. The chapter on ABO, Hh and Lewis groups is 91 pages, and 28 of those pages are references (881 references for one chapter). It is excellent. There is a lot of biochemistry and molecular genetics. Geoff Daniels explains things well.The Essential Guide to Blood Groups is a small, beautifully-made and illustrated paperback that covers the essential facts of each blood group, but it also has some nice information on testing techniques, antigen/antibody biochemistry, flow cytometry, molecular testing, QA in the immunohematology laboratory, trouble-shooting and problem solving. I think this book is great for a Blood Bank beginner or a generalist. I like using it to illustrate points to my coworkers. The information is basic, but it is easy to read and, as I said, beautifully illustrated. Edited October 19, 2012 by cbaldwin Lbiggs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Needs ☆ Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Wonderfully put Catherine.I spoke to Geoff a couple of months ago, and his third edition of "Human Blood Groups" is due out either late this year or early in the new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritz123 Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 I just ordered the new edition of Human Blood Groups (I will now have all of 3 them). It was a pre-order from Barnes and Nobel. The expected delivery date is in April 2013! That is really pre-order. It is a fantastic book. The Essentials book is also very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnquigley Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Both are very good books Malcolm Needs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aafrin Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I also have both the books in e-book version. They are excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisH Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Where did you get your e-book versions? I also have both the books in e-book version. They are excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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