Evaluation of the phagocytosis of CAE virus-infected macrophages
A Handbook for the Sheep Clinician
An established favourite with veterinary and agricultural students and a valuable addition to the library of any veterinarian or sheep farmer, this handbook covers the basics of sheep medicine and production. Geared at being an easily accessed reference, it clearly conveys fundamental information on the care and treatment of sheep worldwide. This fully updated and revised eighth edition: continues to cover all important aspects of sheep production and health, including reproduction, vaccination, pregnancy and newborns, lameness, internal and external parasites and flock health promotion;reviews general developments and advancements in sheep veterinary medicine, as well as disease prevalence by geographical spread and in relation to changing climate;considers topics of increasing importance such as vaccine availability and drug resistance.An emphasis on diagnosis and treatment combined with short, easily-digestible chapters and step-by-step diagrams makes this book an essential practical guide to recognizing, treating and preventing disease.
The influence of tomato by-products on feed for Japanese quails
Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach
From radiology and anesthesia to patient needs and client education, Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach, 4th Edition covers everything you need to know about animal dentistry! This handy full-color guide is great for practitioners who are new to veterinary dentistry and for those who want to learn more about the underlying theories of the practice. The first section of the book presents dental procedures, with chapters on oral examinations, instruments, safety, and ergonomics, followed by coverage of more difficult areas such as endodontics, exodontics, and periodontics. The book concludes with a chapter on marketing veterinary dentistry and proper responses to commonly asked client questions. With its comprehensive coverage and team approach, this text is the ideal resource for helping both veterinary technology and veterinary medicine students quickly master the art of animal dentistry.NEW and UPDATED! Art and illustrations clarify concepts and show examples of equipment and proceduresUPDATED! Content highlights important technologic and professional updates to the field of veterinary dentistry, such as updates on disease processes and applicable new procedural techniques and equipmentUPDATED! Current terminology, based on the American Veterinary Dental College Nomenclature Committee, helps you master the proper language and improve office communicationCoverage of the essential dentistry-related tasks in the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)'s Manual of Accreditation for Veterinary Technology Programs enables faculty to evaluate your proficiency related to the essential tasksClear, abundantly illustrated procedures provide a more detailed look at the skills you need to masterNEW! Chapter on medical communication helps you understand the impact it has on clinical successRadiography and imaging coverage strengthens your understanding of radiographic anatomy, positioning, and the technologies available
Biological control of tsetse flies, vectors of trypanosomes.
Building a Strong Patient Safety Program in Veterinary Medicine
Smart Technologies and Innovative Solutions in Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary Medicine
- One Health Approach: Highlight the emerging concept of One Health in veterinary medicine, emphasizing the interconnectedness of animal, human, and environmental health, and the need for collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to address global health challenges.- Precision Medicine: Discuss the application of precision medicine principles in veterinary practice, including personalized diagnostics, targeted therapies, and individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors of each animal patient.- Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring: Explore the growing use of telemedicine technologies and remote monitoring devices in veterinary medicine, enabling virtual consultations, remote patient monitoring, and telehealth services to improve access to veterinary care and enhance client communication.- Integrative Medicine: Examine the integration of complementary and alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, and chiropractic care, with conventional veterinary treatments to provide holistic, multimodal approaches to animal health and wellness.- Regenerative Medicine: Discuss advances in regenerative medicine techniques, including stem cell therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, and tissue engineering, for repairing and regenerating damaged tissues and promoting healing in veterinary patients with musculoskeletal injuries, degenerative diseases, and chronic conditions.- Nutrigenomics and Functional Nutrition: Explore the emerging field of nutrigenomics and functional nutrition in veterinary medicine, focusing on the interaction between diet, genetics, and health outcomes in animals, and the development of tailored nutritional interventions to optimize health and prevent disease.- Environmental Health and Toxicology: Address the role of environmental health and toxicology in veterinary medicine, including the identification and management of environmental toxins, pollutants, and contaminants that can affect animal health and contribute to disease.- Behavioral Medicine and Animal Welfare: Discuss the importance of behavioral medicine and animal welfare considerations in veterinary practice, highlighting the recognition of mental health and emotional well-being in animals, and the implementation of behavior modification techniques, enrichment strategies, and humane handling practices to improve animal welfare outcomes.
Introduction to Animal and Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
A sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals and farm animals alike. The fifth edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide students with a comprehensive description of the anatomy and physiology of dogs, cats, birds, exotics, farmed animals, and horses. This new edition: Contains detailed descriptions of the systematic anatomy and physiology of a wide range of animal species with expanded bird coverage for the first time.Includes applied anatomy tips that relate theory to clinical practice.Considers anatomy education not only for veterinary science students, but also those studying wider animal science, animal behaviour, or agriculture.Newly enhanced with an online test-yourself course and augmented reality animations to view on your phone and bring the subject to life, this book is an essential and easy to understand introduction for all those embarking upon a veterinary, animal science or animal management career.
Taping dogs successfully
Taping dogs sucessfully Recording, analyzing, acting, and reviewing are essential for targeted treatment. The targeted application of elastic tapes can be a good support in the physiotherapeutic treatment of dogs.This book helps you develop a basic understanding of taping and shows its specific application using many examples. From the content: Basics of kinesiological tapingThe application of kinesiological tapeTape applications by body region and disorderTapes to support mobilityCorrective tapesLymph tapesNerve tapesProprioception tapesThe role of the dog ownerGrid tape
Moringa leaf powder
Piggery is one of the major contributors to India's GDP . It has immense potential to ensure nutritional and economic security of the poor farmers. In last decade, piggery has facilitated significantly in bridging the gap between demand and supply of protein From its humble beginnings in backyard setups, pig farming has evolved over the years to become a flourishing industry putting a giant step towards becoming one of the most profitable livestock enterprises of our country. Nonetheless, despite promising scope and commercial importance, there are many challenges that need to be addresses for profitable pig farming. One such challenge is reducing post weaning mortality by alleviating weaning stress. Over the years, many strategies have been tried, but with little success. A better understanding of haemato-metabolic health of weaned piglets may be handy to improve strategies to overcome weaning stress. Dietary intervention is considered to be logical approach to alleviate adverse effects of weaning stress. This book describes the effectiveness of dietary supplementation of Moringa oleifera leaf powder in improving post weaning health of Large White Yorkshire piglets.
Occurrence of Endoparasites in Capybaras in Maranh瓊o
The main focus of the book is to describe the behavioral characteristics, diseases and parasites of capybaras, as a way of understanding and preserving this wonderful animal. Capybaras are the largest rodents in the world and because of their natural habit of staying in bodies of water (dams, reservoirs, lakes, ponds, rivers and streams), they are named after the genus Hydrochoerus, which is a reference to a water pig. They come from the genealogy of other American rodents, such as the prey, moc籀, paca and agouti, among others from the Caviidae family. In Tupi-Guarani"kapibara" means "grass eater", these animals live in flooded areas or firm areas with water, in Brazil, only they don't inhabit the caatinga biome.
On Living with Pets
Getting to know your pet's inner life can greatly improve the experience of training and behavior modification. How can you live in harmony with your pet, while you help their own search for peace and tranquility, fun and escape? Veterinarian Rob Erteman applies the human psychological discoveries of Dr. Niek Brouw to animal behavior, and replaces suppression with harmony.
Parasitic Diseases of Goats
Parasitic Diseases of Goats provides a comprehensive exploration of parasitic infections affecting goats and their impact on various organ systems. The book covers a wide range of parasitic diseases, including those affecting the gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, and urogenital systems, as well as the liver, pancreas, skin, and musculoskeletal system. Diagnostic techniques and therapeutic approaches for managing these infections are also discussed in the chapters of this book. This book is an essential resource for veterinarians, researchers, students, and professionals in parasitology and veterinary medicine. Key features include detailed descriptions of parasite-related diseases, their pathogenesis, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies to improve goat health and management.
Evaluation of the incidence of occupational accidents in the veterinary field
Accidents in the veterinary field occur on a daily basis. They must be aware of the risks that accidents can pose to their health and even to public health. This manuscript reflects the research work carried out during my master's degree, with the main focus on the problems that occur most frequently in the Veterinary Medical Care Centre and aims to alert veterinary professionals to the dangers.
Veterinary Instruments and Equipment
Learn to identify veterinary instruments and equipment at a glance! Veterinary Instruments and Equipment, Fifth Edition shows hundreds of detailed, full-color photographs of instruments and describes how and when each is used. A flashcard-style format makes it easy to flip through the pages, so you will quickly become familiar with general medical instruments, restraint equipment, and surgical instruments. Instrument photos on an Evolve website allow you to rotate instruments 360 degrees and zoom in to see close-ups of the different tips. Written by vet tech educator Teresa F. Sonsthagen, this pocket guide helps you review for exams and also serves as an invaluable quick reference in real-world veterinary practice.NEW! Organization of chapters separates instruments by small animal and large animal sections, and alphabetizes instruments within those sections, so that studying is simplified and content is easier than ever to findNEW! Updated photographs ensure that you are studying the most up-to-date instruments and equipment on the marketUNIQUE! Two-page flashcard format is perfect for learning and quizzing for each instrument, with a top page that contains a photo of the instrument and a bottom page that contains the instrument's name, function, and characteristicsMore than 650 high-quality color photos of instruments help you to quickly recognize and identify the instrumentsInformation on general medical instruments includes equipment for common procedures such as dehorning, hoof care, and castration, plus instruments for diagnostic and obstetrical proceduresCoverage of surgical instruments includes general instruments such as hemostats, forceps, and scissors, and also describes orthopedic, ophthalmic, and dental instruments used in veterinary specialty surgeriesCoverage of restraint equipment includes proper restraint techniques for all species of small and large animalsPocket size and spiral binding make this guide perfect for portability and point-of-need reference
Salmonella sp. in broiler production
The book Salmonella sp. in broiler production: main sources of infection and food additives used to control it is designed to provide professionals in the field, undergraduate and postgraduate students with an up-to-date, easy-to-understand text on the importance of this pathogen in poultry production and the nutritional tools available to control it during poultry rearing.
Climate change and infectious animal diseases
Climate change refers to long-term variations in temperature and weather patterns. These can be natural variations, due for example to those of the solar cycle or to massive volcanic eruptions. However, since the 1800s, human activities have been the main cause of these changes, mainly due to the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. The emissions that cause climate change come from all regions of the planet and affect everyone, but some countries produce more than others. The emergence of a disease has multiple factors, which are associated with environmental, social and demographic changes, and changes to health policies and systems, among others. The same factors can lead to the re-emergence of endemic diseases. Climate and climate change can have direct effects on the emergence and re-emergence of infectious diseases by influencing pathogen survival, arthropod vector survival and reproduction, and reservoir host abundance.
RNA Made Simple
In the age of genome sequencing, most attention is given to DNA sequencing. However, when it comes to understanding how an organism functions, how it copes with an adverse environment, how it is prepared for an uncertain future, RNA is the molecule to study. Therefore, understanding the functions of RNA and analyzing their sequences has become increasingly important in biology, medicine and agriculture. To understand and study RNA, it is essential to first extract high-quality RNA. This book aims to provide beginners, who have basic lab experience but no prior knowledge of the subject, with the information needed to extract RNA from a study object, plant or animal. It covers the extraction steps, required tools, and the challenges and considerations involved in obtaining high-quality RNA samples. It is a hands-on book based on the authors' experience and a workshop conducted at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, sponsored by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. The workshop opened up novel ways for several students to study plant breeding. We hope that this book will facilitate research for many scientists, aid in understanding the living world, and contribute to its protection.
Horse Health
Discover a thorough guide to equine health and wellness that combines scientific knowledge with practical horse care advice. This horse care book provides detailed insights into equine anatomy, behavior, and medical care to help you maintain your horse's optimal health. The first section covers equine anatomy and physiology in detail, explaining the skeletal structure, muscular system, hoof mechanics, and spinal function. You'll learn about vital organ systems including respiratory, digestive, cardiovascular, nervous, and endocrine systems, as well as metabolism, mineral balance, vitamin requirements, and hydration. The book explores natural healing methods, featuring a comprehensive guide to equine herbs for respiratory health, digestion, immune system support, and wound healing. The physiotherapy chapter covers manual therapy, kinesiology taping, and equine massage techniques, while also discussing alternative therapies like acupuncture, osteopathy, and homeopathy. A practical section on medical care basics includes setting up a stable pharmacy, first aid procedures, wound care, colic recognition, and emergency responses. The preventive care chapter covers dental checks, vaccinations, deworming protocols, and proper hoof maintenance. The final section focuses on training physiology, including muscle development, movement principles, and performance optimization. You'll find guidance on exercise fundamentals, gymnastics, strength building, and recovery, along with information about gaits, coordination, balance, and injury prevention. This horse health book integrates traditional veterinary knowledge with modern equine science, providing horse owners with practical tools for maintaining equine wellness through proper care, nutrition, and exercise. Whether you're managing a performance horse or caring for a recreational companion, this guide offers valuable information for supporting your horse's health and longevity.
Buffalo diseases
World population of buffaloes is probably 150 to 180 thousand of heads. India has nearly 50% of the world population of this animal species. The buffalo has come to occupy an important place as a milk, meat and draught production in certain developing countries as Egypt. Much research were contributed for the scientific knowledge of buffalo and cattle diseases. Investigative works on physiology, production, reproduction nutrition and many diseases affected buffaloes has been conducted in many countries as north and south African as Egypt. However, less attention has been given on pathology these animals. This probably occur due to the general opinion that diseases of buffalo are identical with those of cattle and that buffaloes showed high resistance to a number of these diseases. The literature reveals however that the a etiological agents of infections, infestations, deficiencies and injuries really are the same for both animal species, but in respect of a buffalo pathologic process there are differences on the prevalence, pathogenicity and symptomatology.
Veterinary Immunology
**Selected for 2025 Doody's Core Titles(R) in Veterinary Medicine** Exploring the immunologic concerns of both large and small animals, Veterinary Immunology, 11th Edition is the only complete resource on immunology for veterinary practitioners. This new edition has been meticulously updated to continue its trend of incorporating the latest advances and topics in the field. It features a straightforward presentation of basic immunologic principles along with thorough and timely information on the most significant immunologic diseases and responses seen in domestic animals. Vibrant images and wealth of clinical examples give you a better understanding of complex topics and concepts and how they come in to play during professional practice.NEW! Completely updated content covers the latest advances and topics in veterinary immunology, including cutting-edge information on drugs for the immune system, antibodies, vaccines, cancer immunology, and much moreNEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features flashcards and enhanced animations, plus access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloudComprehensive coverage clearly explains the general principles of immunology and provides information on the most significant immunologic diseases and immunologic responses seen in domestic animalsA wealth of clinical examples show how principles are applied in the clinical setting
Scientific breeding management of dairy cows
Dairy farming plays an important role in the national economy and in the socio economic development of the country. It also plays a significant role in supplementing family incomes and in the generation of gainful employment in the rural sector, particularly women, besides providing animal protein to millions of people. Furthermore, as dairy cows are mostly raised by women, especially in poor households, it is closely linked with economic empowerment and social well-being of the rural women in Puducherry region. However, a high incidence of infertility problem in dairy cows was found to be the major factor for low reproductive efficiency in postpartum dairy cows which causes great economic loss to the dairy farmers. Thus there is a compelling need to adopt technologies to improve the reproductive performance in dairy cows. Various reproductive technologies have been developed and tested successfully in organized dairy farms in developed countries and in India. Hence the research work was undertaken to study the effect of scientific breeding on reproductive efficiency in repeat breeding dairy cows.
Estrus synchronization to augment fertility in buffaloes
Poor estrus expression and anestrus negatively impact the reproductive efficiency of buffaloes. This study aimed to evaluate whether adding equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) to an estrous synchronization protocol, followed by timed artificial insemination (AI), could enhance ovulation and pregnancy rates in anestrous buffalo cows under tropical conditions. The study involved 50 lactating Murrah buffalo cows, divided into two groups and was treated with two different estrus synchronization programs for timed insemination. The findings suggest that adding eCG to a progesterone-based estrous synchronization protocol significantly improves the ovulation rates in non-cyclic buffaloes. When combined with timed AI, the pregnancy rates in anestrous buffaloes, whether cyclic or non-cyclic, can be comparable to those achieved in cows inseminated after natural estrus.
A Colour Atlas of Companion Animal Parasites
A Colour Atlas of Companion Animal Parasites: Life Cycles and Morphological Identification illustrates how to identify common parasites of dogs, cats and horses using simple morphological features. It presents parasite life cycles in straightforward, accurate terms, and covers: the general features of major arthropods, helminths and protozoa of dogs, cats and horses;morphological identification of both adult parasites and their immature stages in tissues, with particular consideration given to differential identification;major parasites of companion animals which may shift regions because of climate change, animal movement and other anthropogenic factors.Parasite identification is fundamental, not only for planning treatment, prevention and management of parasitic disease, but also for surveillance of invasive exotic parasites and for monitoring the spread of endemic species. With 600 parasite specimens photographed and annotated as a quick reference resource, this book mirrors what a practitioner might view down a microscope, bringing the subject alive. It forms a complete and practical resource for all veterinary students, veterinarians, and anyone interested in parasite control.
Minimising broiler mortality
In tropical countries, heat is one of the main factors limiting broiler production, and is also responsible for inducing high mortality, especially in the finishing phase. Electrolyte balance (EE) and early heat conditioning (CTP) are two techniques that aim to alleviate the negative effects of heat stress. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the possible interactions and effects of electrolyte balance in the diet and the application of early heat conditioning on feed consumption (kg), live weight (kg), feed conversion (kg), mortality (%), bioeconomic energy conversion index (Mcal/kg), faecal moisture (%), carcass weight (kg), cavity fat (g) and breast colour (L*a*b*) in broilers under chronic heat stress conditions.
Enhancing post-thaw semen quality in Ongole bulls.
Introduction of artificial insemination in dairy cattle revolutionized procedures of animal reproduction over the 20th Century. Indeed, AI in dairy cattle has been considered the most important technological advancement in animal breeding. During freezing, the sperms of particular bulls exhibit a high sensitivity to oxidative stress, resulting in inadequate post-thaw motility. Semen samples from these bulls are typically rejected or discorded, and if the issue persists, these valuable bulls are culled from the semen station. Reports are available regarding the enhancement of post-thaw motility of spermatozoa following addition of antioxidants in the semen of exotic and cross-bred bulls. However, there are no studies regarding detailed sperm functional attributes following supplementation of antioxidants in Ongole bull semen. Hence, the present study was undertaken to assess the post-thaw functional attributes in Ongole bulls with low freezability semen.
Horse Pasture Management
Horse Pasture Management, Second Edition provides updated coverage on strategies for managing behavior, grouping, environments and feeding needs of grazing horses. Sections cover the structure, function and identification of forages, continuing into nutritional value of pasture plants. Management of soil, the function of a pasture ecosystem and management of plants in a pasture is covered next, followed by forage yield determination, horse grazing behavior, feed choices of horses, management of grazing horses, and how to calculate how many horses should be grazing relative to land size. Advantages of grazing more than one species of animal are described. Management of hay and silage are included since year-round grazing is not possible on many horse farms. Several chapters deal with interactions of a horse farm with the environment, including climate and weather and other living things. The book also covers strategies for managing manure, erosion, and water quality. It is ideal for researchers, scientists and students involved in animal science, specifically equine studies. Agriculturists, equine managers and veterinarians will also find this book useful.
Factors Affecting Spermatogenesis in Murrah Bulls
Dairy industry in India is mainly buffalo oriented and buffaloes have been contributing 53% of the total milk production in this country. Most of the buffaloes in the country are non-descript with an average milk yield of 500 kg per lactation. Artificial insemination is the single most important reproductive biotechnology, which has revolutionized animal breeding. To increase the milk production, buffaloes were upgraded by inseminating them with frozen-thawed semen of the Murrah bulls.Testicular function, especially spermatogenesis in the male is a sensitive process influenced by various environmental and management factors. Prophylactic vaccination against diseases which are performed as a routine in bull station is one of the major stress factor affecting the spermatogenesis and thereby reducing the semen harvest. Although information on the effect of vaccination stress on semen quality in white cattle bulls is many, the information in buffaloes is scanty. Hence the research work was undertaken the study the effect of vaccination stress on semen quality in Murrah bulls.
Prevalence and Risk of Milk-borne Microbes From Camels
The camel population in Kenya is over 3 million camels kept under harsh climatic conditions in arid and semi-arid areas and is the main source of milk especially in drought conditions. Although potential sources of zoonotic microbes have been documented in other animals, it has not been done in camels. The vast ASALS in Kenya experience harsh climatic conditions, lack of water, high temperatures, insecurity and poor infrastructure which are unattractive to trained veterinarians. This leads to community based animal health workers as the sole support system for veterinary services, misuse of antibiotics which causes antimicrobial resistance. This book describes the risk factors associated with zoonotic agents in camel milk and the presence of these organisms in the animals and milk. It also describes the prevalence of antibiotic resistance in the milk resulting from widespread use of unregulated antibiotics. This will shed light on livestock management in arid areas, an area hitherto neglected, awareness creation and prudent use of antimicrobials. It should be especially valuable to development agencies involved in support of pastoral communities in Africa and Asia.
Tyrosine Phosphorylation of Sperm Proteins
Crossbred dairy cattle provide 27% of the total milk produced in the nation, which points out the importance of crossbreeding programme in India. Both male and female animal contributes equally to this condition but, male infertility is of major concern as a single bull is used to inseminate several thousands of cows. Further, in crossbred bulls, the incidence of poor semen quality and susceptibility of spermatozoa to cryodamages are very high. Recent evidence indicates that protein tyrosine phosphorylation (PTP) also occurs during cryopreservation and is associated with cryo-capacitation, a phenomena detrimental to sperm fertilizing potential. Simultaneous assessment of sperm functional attributes and PTP has helped in understanding the relationship of PTP with other important sperm functional characteristics thus the fertilizing potential. The present study confirms that proportion of post-thaw motile spermatozoa was significantly higher in above-average bulls, although every bull used in the experiment qualified the minimum requirement of 50% and above.
Gross and Microanatomical studies of the Proventriculus and Gizzard
Scientific rearing of guinea fowl is gaining importance in the recent years. In India, quite for a long period, they were reared as ornamental and backyard avian species. Intensive rearing of guinea fowl is likely to accelerate, as the potential of this species to grow as a source of meat is in interest of the World poultry industry. After hatch, the source for nutrients shifts from the yolk sac to the feed the bird eats and digest. Stomach plays an important role in digestion and therefore absorption, growth and weight gain. Anatomy of the stomach in birds varies considerably and seems to be determined mainly by their diet. This study, therefore, aims to report on the structure (gross, histology and histochemistry) of the proventriculus and Gizzard in Guinea fowl and to correlate the structure associated functional processes and mechanisms of digestion in this species. This study in future will help researchers in other areas to engineer this fowl as an economically important meat species.
Nutritional Advances in Buffalo Calves
Nutritional Advances in Buffalo Calves: Protected Nutrient in Focus provides a comprehensive look into the evolving field of buffalo calf nutrition, emphasizing the critical role of protected nutrients like bypass protein and bypass fat. The book underscores the importance of feeding strategies designed to maximize nutrient retention and utilization, especially during the early growth stages of buffalo calves, which are vital for ensuring long-term productivity. Through detailed exploration of bypass protein, such as formaldehyde-treated meals, and bypass fat, it shows how these nutrients escape ruminal degradation and are absorbed directly in the intestines, enhancing muscle growth, energy supply, and overall health.Key nutritional advances are highlighted, such as improvements in feed conversion efficiency, body weight gain, nutrient digestibility and microbial protein synthesis. These results have led to reduced feed costs and improved economic efficiency for farmers. The use of advanced technologies, like rumen-protected nutrient encapsulation and feed additives, further enhances the nutritional profile of the feed, contributing to better gut health and performance in calves.
Phytotherapeutic alternatives for the treatment of kala-azar
Visceral leishmaniasis is an emerging and re-emerging disease that affects millions of people and animals. Currently, the treatment of this disease has been the subject of several discussions in scientific circles, as many believe that the treatment of animals affected by kala-azar may be generating strains that are resistant to the drugs available. As a result, alternatives for treatment are being studied, and the use of phytotherapy for this purpose is a vast field for study and research.
Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians
Ensure your skills are at their clinical best! Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians, 8th Edition covers the broad spectrum of laboratory procedures that veterinary technicians need to perform effectively in the practice setting. Comprehensive content presents the fundamentals of microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, and cytology, along with the laboratory procedures used to perform the most widely used tests, such as complete blood count, urinalysis, and immunologic assays. This thoroughly updated edition includes step-by-step procedure guidelines, along with the latest advances in veterinary clinical procedures to prepare you for real-life laboratory work.NEW! Content addresses fear-free handling specimen collection methods.UPDATED! Comprehensive coverage reflects the latest advances in veterinary clinical laboratory procedures for improved patient service and higher practice revenue.UPDATED! Content outlines what is needed to successfully perform a broad spectrum of laboratory tests, including complete blood count, urinalysis, and immunologic assays.Atlas style appendices contain hundreds of images to enhance laboratory exercises and provide an excellent resource as you move into clinical practice.Vet Tech Threads pedagogical aids include introductions, suggested readings, boxed Technician Notes, learning objectives, chapter outlines, key terms, and a glossary to help you grasp key concepts and navigate through the chapters for more focused learning.Comprehensive coverage provides you with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, and cytology, along with the laboratory procedures used to perform related tests.Step-by-step procedure boxes throughout the book present the skills that veterinary technician students must perform during their educational program, as well as procedures that are commonly performed by vet techs in the private practice, in an easy-to-access format.
