Dark Field Microscopy and Physiological Testing Guidebook John A. Allocca, D.Sc., Ph.D. Dark Field Microscopy is a method of evaluating blood while it is biologically active. Blood is obtained by the 'finger-stick' method under sterile conditions and observed using Dark Field microscopy. There are many cells and substances that can be seen in biologically active blood, including lipids, indicators of toxicity, oxidation, etc. The Dark Field microscope is an important tool used to evaluate candida albicans overgrowth. This book also covers physiological testing. Table of Contents Chapter 1 - The Microscope Chapter 2 - Collecting and Preparing Specimens Chapter 3 - Dark-field Identification Chapter 7 - Hidden Infections Chapter 5 - Microscope Supplies Chapter 6 - Microscope Recommendations Chapter 7 - Microphotography Chapter 8 - Microscopy Form Chapter 9 - CPT Codes Chapter 10 - Andromeda Assessment and Wellness Plan Chapter 11 - Blood Pressure Chapter 12 - Body Temperature Chapter 13 - Zinc Sulfate Heptahydrate Test Chapter 14 - Urinalysis Chapter 15 - Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) Chapter 16 - Blood Glucose Chapter 17 - Peripheral Vascular Sonography Chapter 18 - Physiological Testing Equipment and Supplies Chapter 19 - Nutritional Guidelines