Clinical Atlas of Small Animal Cytology and Hematology (eBook)

A comprehensive image-based reference to all aspects of small animal cytology and hematology, including sample collection and handling

Clinical Atlas of Small Animal Cytology and Hematology, Second Edition is an essential, comprehensive resource for all veterinary professionals preparing and evaluating cytology and blood samples. Featuring hundreds of large, high-quality images, this fully updated new edition provides an even more extensive collection of exceptional photomicrographs, accompanied by detailed descriptions, figure legends and annotations to guide readers through the diagnostic process.

The Second Edition adds an extensive new hematology section, new chapters detailing sample acquisition and preparation, and many new diseases across all chapters. Each section provides a detailed description of the microscopic appearance, clinical considerations, and prognosis for each disease, using a bullet point format to promote rapid review for efficient, evidence-based clinical decision making.

Clinical Atlas of Small Animal Cytology and Hematology features:

• More than 750 high-quality cytology and hematology images
• 6 new chapters, including detailed sections on sample acquisition and the preparation and staining of cytology and hematology slides
• A comprehensive hematology section including an easy-to-follow blood smear interpretation guide, and detailed chapters describing erythrocytes, leukocytes, platelets and background features
• Updated cytology sections with new diseases and images in all chapters

Easy to use, with superior quality images and detailed yet succinct clinical information, Clinical Atlas of Small Animal Cytology and Hematology is a powerful resource to help improve confidence and skill in the interpretation of cytology and hematology samples, and in turn positively impact patient care and outcomes.

The author

Andrew G. Burton, BVSc, DACVP, is a Clinical Pathologist at IDEXX Laboratories, North Grafton, Massachusetts, USA.