Normal Cell Morphology in Canine and Feline Cytology: An Identification Guide

A concise and practical visual guide to normal cell identification for all those dealing with cytology in the dog and cat, this book takes a uniquely visual approach. Single-page presentations offer vivid snapshots of particular cell types, with high-quality microphotographs matched with annotated schematic diagrams and accompanying explanatory text. Providing a vital understanding of what normal cells look like, it is ideal for veterinarians and veterinary technicians in small animal practice examining cytology samples.

The book begins with a concise, yet comprehensive introduction to the principles of morphological identification, followed by a description of the distribution of cells and where different cell types can be sampled from in various tissues and organs. The main part of the book is devoted to describing each cell type and its characteristics, including cytoarchitectures, observed non-cellular material, and general pathological changes.

Offering a unique alphabetically organized visual guide to every cell type, this book covers cells from every type of organ and system. Ideal for those in small animal veterinary practice, it is an invaluable resource for understanding normal cellular morphology in canine and feline cytology.

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

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Language: English

Publication Date: September 12, 2017

Print Length: 192 pages

ISBN-13: 978-1119278894

Dimensions: 6 x 0.44 x 9 inches

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