Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary TechniciansUp-to-date, practical reference book demonstrating laboratory procedures in dogs, cats, cattle and horsesThe newly revised and updated Second Edition of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary Technicians is an inclusive reference on laboratory procedures pertaining to small animals, horses, and cattle, providing information on hematology, hemostasis, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, parasitology, endocrine testing, and quality assurance.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 true understanding of the topics discussed. To aid in reader comprehension, high-quality photographs labeled with magnification and stain information, which clearly depict cellular morphology, inclusions, and infectious organisms, are included throughout each chapter.The text also offers key objectives, technician tip boxes, case examples, and a glossary of key terms, along with a companion website that provides instructor questions, and an answer key to multiple choice questions in the book.Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary Technicians includes information on:* Sample collection, handling, and quality assurance, to ensure laboratory test results are valid* Hematology data collection techniques that may be used on a daily basis to evaluate the overall health of animal patients* Clinical chemistry data to indicate organ function, covering how different chemicals measured in patient samples relate to the function of specific organs in the body* In-house parasitology procedures, with important advances in molecular diagnostics have been made that improve the detection and identification of parasites* Information about common endocrinopathies and submission of samples for endocrine testing.With complete coverage of the subject, Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Techniques for Veterinary Technicians is an essential resource for students enrolled in veterinary technology programs and veterinary colleges, and may be used as a textbook to guide and supplement information provided in both didactic and laboratory-based clinical pathology courses.

List of Contributors xiPreface xiiiAbout the Companion Website xv1 Getting Started with Clinical Pathology 1Amy L. MacNeillIntroduction 2Standard Equipment 3Standard Supplies 14Sample Types 17Sample Storage and Preparation 17Basic Laboratory Safety 182 Minimizing Laboratory Errors in Veterinary Practice 21Bente FlatlandIntroduction 23Laboratory Considerations 23Laboratory Area 26Types of Laboratory Error 27Minimizing Laboratory Error 28Minimizing All Types of Laboratory Error 28Minimizing Preanalytical Error 31Minimizing Analytical Error 32Minimizing Postanalytical Error 38Summary 39Further Reading 393 Hematology 45Amy L. MacNeillIntroduction 48Components of Peripheral Blood 49Blood Cell Parameters 50Erythrocytes 51Leukocytes 68Platelets 81Atypical Cells in the Peripheral Blood 84Blood Parasites 85Hematology Methods 89Further Reading 1044 Hemostasis 109Amy L. MacNeillIntroduction 112Physiology 112Diagnostic Testing 120Further Reading 1295 Clinical Chemistry 131Anne M. BargerIntroduction 132Available Testing 133Sample Preparation 134Sample Quality 137Clinical Chemistry Health Profiles 140Purpose 140Blood Proteins 142Kidney 147Liver 153Muscle 162Pancreas 163Glucose 164Electrolytes 168Calcium 168Phosphorus 171Sodium, Chloride, and Potassium 172Acid-Base Balance 174Further Reading 1786 Urinalysis 181Anne M. BargerIntroduction 182Urine Production 183Concentration of Urine 184Urine Collection 186Examination of Urine 188Urine Concentration 190Urine Chemistry 193Urine Sediment 196Further Reading 2177 Parasitology 219Ashley K. McGrewIntroduction 221Classification of Parasites 222Life Cycles 223Effect of the Parasite on the Host 224Endoparasites 224Diagnostic Testing 224Ectoparasites 258Diagnostic Testing 258Parasite Identification 263Further Reading 275Recommended Websites 2768 Endocrinology 277Jérémie KorchiaIntroduction 281Hormonal Physiology 281Generalities About Hormones 281Classification of Hormones and Receptors 284Origin of Endocrine Diseases 285Samples for Hormone Measurement 288Submission Form 288Protocol Considerations 289Sample Considerations 289Measurement Methods 290Endocrine Test Performance and Endocrine Result Interpretation 293Performance of Immunoassays 293Difference between Analytical and Clinical Performance 294Main Endocrine Systems and Associated Diseases/Status in Veterinary Medicine 294Adrenal System 294Thyroid System 296Calcium Regulating System 297Water Regulatory Systems: Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone and ADH Hormone 298Glucose Metabolism Regulation Systems 300GH and IGF1 304Reproductive System 305Further Reading 311Glossary of Terms 317Index 329