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An illustrated guide to the morphology of blood cells, Atlas of Canine and Feline Peripheral Blood Smears covers patient assessment for common hematologic disorders and diseases in dogs and cats. Over 1,000 full-color photomicrographs depict abnormalities within each blood cell line, with multiple pictures of each morphologic abnormality and variations in their appearance. Written by pathology experts Amy Valenciano, Rick Cowell, Theresa Rizzi, and Ronald Tyler, this concise reference will enhance your skills as you interpret blood smears and recognize hematological cellular response to inflammation, infection, and toxicity.


Table of Contents

Introduction: Blood Smear Preparation and Examination

Section 1: General Assessment

Section 2: Red Blood Cells

Section 3: White Blood Cells

Section 4: Platelets

Section 5: Hematopoietic Neoplasia

Section 6: Extracellular Organisms

Appendix: Reticulocyte Count

Appendix: Saline Dilution/Dispersion Test