Synopses & Reviews
The veterinary technician who performs a hematologic examination is often the only one who sees and handles the patient's blood. To produce accurate test results- ones that will yield invaluable diagnostic information- the technician must not only be able to run the tests by must understand why they are being performed.
Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians introduces:
* The basics of blood composition, with detailed descriptions of red and white cell blood morphology and function;
* The sites of formation and distribution of the cellular elements within the body and how these can be altered under physiologic and pathologic conditions;
* Step-by-step procedures for numerous common laboratory tests and basic information on the significance of the results;
* The immune system, to help technicians understand the interrelationships of leukocytes, the major cells involved in an immune response;
* Specialized tests, such as the collection, handling, and examination of bone marrow and cytology samples. The easy-to-follow format includes color plates and illustrations as well as tables of reference values to be used by veterinary technology students as guides for their own test results.
Review
"I recommend this book to any technician or veterinary student. It is better than the first edition." (Doody's, 3 June 2011)
Review
"Even if this book is aimed at technicians, it is extremely useful for vet students . . . A glossary completes this valuable source of practical knowledge." (Tomorrow's Vet , 2011)
"Instruments are illustrated with instruction on their use. Step-by-step illustrations show the test for antibody or antigen in serum. Good color photographs show the various cell types in various stages. As before, the book is directed to the newcomer and is a solid, useful reference." (Vin Book Reviews, 27 July 2011)
"I recommend this book to any technician or veterinary student. It is better than the first edition." (Doody's, 3 June 2011)
Synopsis
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.
User-friendly and well-illustrated with charts, reference values, algorithms and photomicrographs, Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Edition is a useful reference for veterinary technicians and veterinary technology students.
Synopsis
Now in full color,
Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Editionis 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, 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 Editionis a key reference for veterinary technicians and veterinary technology students.
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.
Table of Contents
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.