Hematology techniques and concepts for veterinary technicians /
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
Gregg L. Voigt, DVM, Shannon L. Swist, DVM
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition Statement
Second Edition
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
Chichester, West Sussex, UK :
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Wiley-Blackwell,
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2011
PROJECTED PUBLICATION DATE
Date
1102
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
ix, 187 p. :
Other Physical Details
col. ill. ;
Dimensions
25 cm
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references and index
CONTENTS NOTE
Text of Note
Machine generated contents note: 1. Introduction to the Hematology Laboratory. -- 2. Blood Composition. -- 3. Blood Volume and Effects of Blood Loss. -- 4. Blood Collection and Handling. -- 5. Blood Smears and Staining. -- 6. Routine Hematology Laboratory Tests. -- 7. Automated Laboratory Methods and Instruments. -- 8. Leukocyte Cell Types and Functions. -- 9. Introduction to the Immune System. -- 10. Erythrocyte Form, Function, and Indices. -- 11. Erythrocyte Abnormalities. -- 12. Anemias and Polycythemias. -- 13. Hemostasis and Coagulation. -- 14. Hematopoiesis and Bone Marrow Examination. -- 15. Collection and Handling of Cytology Samples. -- Glossary. -- Recommended Reading
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
Text of Note
"Now in full color, Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Edition, is a thorough update to this introductory hematology reference. Covering the basics of blood composition, cell morphology, sample collection, handling and preparation, the book is designed specifically for veterinary technicians and students and encourages full understanding of why each test is performed and promotes accurate test results. New to this edition is a chapter dedicated to automated testing, revision of techniques discussed to include the latest technological advancements and a companion web site complete with additional images and review questions --Provided by publisher