Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary Technicians 2nd Edition

Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary Technicians, 2nd Edition

This newly revised and updated Second Edition is an inclusive, practical reference on laboratory procedures pertaining to small animals, horses, and cattle. The text clarifies "how-to" information while also discussing the importance of "why" laboratory procedures are performed in a particular way, enabling readers to gain a true understanding of the topics discussed.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: This book provides information on hematology, hemostasis, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, parasitology, endocrine testing, and quality assurance across small animals, horses, and cattle.
• Technique and Rationale: It clarifies "how-to" information while also discussing the importance of "why" laboratory procedures are performed, providing an essential link between theory and practice.
• Laboratory Procedures: Topics include sample collection, handling, and quality assurance to ensure valid test results, as well as in-house parasitology procedures and common endocrinopathies.
• Visual Learning: High-quality photographs labeled with magnification and stain information, which clearly depict cellular morphology, inclusions, and infectious organisms, are included throughout each chapter.
• Learning Aids: The text also offers key objectives, technician tip boxes, case examples, and a glossary of key terms.
• Online Resources: A companion website provides instructor questions and an answer key to multiple-choice questions in the book.
• Broad Audience: An essential resource for students enrolled in veterinary technology programs and veterinary colleges, and a vital guide for clinical pathology courses.