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The authors:

Andrew J. Rosenfeld, DVM, ABVP is the cofounder and head instructor of VTEC, an education corporation that specializes in seminar training for the hospital team. Dr. Rosenfeld has also written the Veterinary Medical Team Handbook, a training manual for the medical team (Wiley-Blackwell, 2007).

Sharon M. Dial, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVP (Clinical and Anatomic Pathology) is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Veterinary Science and Microbiology at the University of Arizona.

De la contraportada

Clinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team is a concise, reliable resource for technical team members performing clinical diagnostic evaluation. Focusing on sample handling, machinery calibration, normal physiology and anatomy, clinical diagnostics, and disease processes, this book helps technical team members to consistently achieve high-quality results in small animal lab work. This book is an essential bench-side reference for in-house laboratories.

With chapters on blood counts, chemistry, urinalysis and electrolytes, advanced diagnostics, and cytology, Clinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team offers key technical information for consistently obtaining and evaluating samples. This book is a practical resource for anyone performing lab work, including veterinary technicians, technician and veterinary students, and veterinarians.

Key features:

• Helps team members understand clinical diagnostic tests for small animal patients
• Offers specific advice on quality control, handling blood samples, identifying potential artifacts, and evaluating blood films
• Builds skills in monitoring patients and communicating with clients
• Provides a thorough grounding in the disease process, symptoms, diagnostics, and treatment protocols