Canine and feline cytology : a color atlas and interpretation guide /

Canine and feline cytology : a color atlas and interpretation guide / [edited by] Rose E. Raskin, Denny J. Meyer. - Third edition. - x, 530 pages : illustrations (chiefly coloured) ; 29 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The acquisition and management of cytology specimens -- General categories of cytologic interpretation -- Skin and subcutaneous tissues -- Hemolymphatic system -- Respiratory tract -- Body cavity fluids -- Oral cavity, gastrointestinal tract, and associated structures -- Dry-mount fecal cytology -- The liver -- Urinary tract -- Microscopic examination of the urinary sediment -- Reproductive system -- Musculoskeletal system -- The central nervous system -- Eyes and adnexa -- Endocrine/neuroendocrine system -- Advanced diagnostic techniques -- Microscope basics and telecytology -- Selected cytologic stains and techniques -- Interference and polarizing substances -- Chromatin patterns -- Advanced collection and preparation techniques -- Immunocytochemistry staining protocol -- List of specialized diagnostic testing sites -- Quality assurance and diagnostic test reporting.

Make accurate diagnoses by mastering techniques for specimen collection, preparation, and evaluation! Help students face diagnostic challenges with this guide to specimen collection and evaluation! Canine and Feline Cytology: A Color Atlas and Interpretation Guide, 3rd Edition provides a comprehensive overview of diagnostic cytology for companion animals, covering all body systems. Hundreds of photomicrographs show cytology of normal structures to contrast and support identification of cytology of inflammatory, hyperplastic, and neoplastic lesions. Enhancements to this new edition include mor ...

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Dogs--Diseases--Atlases.
Cats--Diseases--Atlases.
Veterinary cytology--Atlases.


Electronic books.

REF SF991 / CAN