Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians

Author: Gregg L. Voigt  

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc‎

Publication year: 2013

E-ISBN: 9781118275580

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780813814568

P-ISBN(Hardback):  9780813814568

Subject: S852.2 livestock physiology, biophysics, the biochemistry

Language: ENG

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Description

Now in full color, Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Edition is a thorough update to this introduction to the fundamental concepts of collecting, handling, and preparing hematology samples. Covering the basics of blood composition, cell morphology, and sample collection, handling, and preparation, the book is designed specifically for veterinary technicians and students to gain a full understanding of why each test is performed and ensure accurate test results. In addition to addressing advances in technology, equipment, and test techniques throughout, a new chapter covers automated testing, and a companion website provides review questions and images from the book for download at www.wiley.com/go/voigt.

Key concepts have also been added to each chapter to better promote learning, and terms are now defined throughout the text, with the definitions collected into a glossary.  User-friendly and well-illustrated with charts, reference values, algorithms and photomicrographs, Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Edition is a key reference for veterinary technicians and veterinary technology students.

Chapter

Title Page

pp.:  1 – 5

Cover

pp.:  1 – 1

Contents

pp.:  5 – 7

Preface

pp.:  7 – 9

Acknowledgments

pp.:  9 – 11

2 Composition of Blood

pp.:  15 – 21

3 Blood Volume and Effects of Blood Loss

pp.:  21 – 29

4 Blood Collection and Handling

pp.:  29 – 35

5 Blood Smears and Staining

pp.:  35 – 45

6 Routine Hematology Laboratory Tests

pp.:  45 – 53

7 Automated Laboratory Methods and Instruments

pp.:  53 – 83

8 Leukocyte Cell Types and Functions

pp.:  83 – 95

9 Introduction to the Immune System

pp.:  95 – 111

10 Erythrocyte Form, Function, and Indices

pp.:  111 – 125

11 Erythrocyte Abnormalities

pp.:  125 – 133

12 Anemias and Polycythemias

pp.:  133 – 145

13 Hemostasis and Coagulation

pp.:  145 – 153

14 Hematopoiesis and Bone Marrow Examination

pp.:  153 – 163

15 Collection and Handling of Cytology Samples

pp.:  163 – 171

Glossary

pp.:  171 – 183

Recommended Reading

pp.:  183 – 189

Index

pp.:  189 – 191

LastPages

pp.:  191 – 200

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