Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians / Edition 2

Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians / Edition 2

ISBN-10:
0813814561
ISBN-13:
9780813814568
Pub. Date:
03/15/2011
Publisher:
Wiley
ISBN-10:
0813814561
ISBN-13:
9780813814568
Pub. Date:
03/15/2011
Publisher:
Wiley
Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians / Edition 2

Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians / Edition 2

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Overview

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.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780813814568
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 03/15/2011
Edition description: 2nd ed.
Pages: 208
Product dimensions: 6.70(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Gregg L. Voigt, BS, DVM, MS, is a retired veterinary technology instructor from Eastern Wyoming College, Torrington, WY.

Shannon L. Swist, MS, DVM, is a veterinary pathologist for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, Division of Animal Health, Diagnostic Laboratory in Trenton, New Jersey.

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Table of Contents

Preface vii

Acknowledgments ix

1 Introduction to the Hematology Laboratory 3

2 Composition of Blood 9

3 Blood Volume and Effects of Blood Loss 17

4 Blood Collection and Handling 23

5 Blood Smears and Staining 33

6 Routine Hematology Laboratory Tests 41

7 Automated Laboratory Methods and Instruments 71

8 Leukocyte Cell Types and Functions 83

9 Introduction to the Immune System 99

10 Erythrocyte Form, Function, and Indices 113

11 Erythrocyte Abnormalities 121

12 Anemias and Polycythemias 133

13 Hemostasis and Coagulation 141

14 Hematopoiesis and Bone Marrow Examination 151

15 Collection and Handling of Cytology Samples 159

Glossary 171

Recommended Reading 177

Index 179

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