Clinical Laboratory Study: Antiviral Therapy/ Laboratory Data

Drs. Chalres G. Prober and Jon M. Nakamoto

Describe clinical findings for some current viruses and the use of antiviral agents; Utilize available data on the benefits of antiviral agents; Explain why awareness of preanalytic factors is critical for any clinician who interprets laboratory results; Recognize the importance of bio-transformation; and Understand the caveats and limitations of using pediatric reference intervals for diagnostic decision-making.