Download or read book Canine and Feline Cytology - E-Book written by Rose E. Raskin and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2015-05-11 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a 'go-to' reference text for a serious cytologist. " Reviewed by: Kathleen Tennant on behalf of Veterinary Record, November 2015 - Comprehensive coverage of all body systems and body fluids — and the pathological changes associated with various infectious agents — emphasizes areas in which the application of cytology has the greatest diagnostic value. - Exceptional-quality, full-color photomicrographs show both normal and abnormal tissue and also include detailed legends. - Discussions of clinical, differential, and cytological diagnosis accompany the illustrations of lesions and conditions in each chapter. - Helpful hints for improving specimen quality are provided in discussions of common errors and problems encountered in the preparation of cytological specimens. - Coverage of histology in organ system chapters demonstrates the histological or histopathologic corollary of cytologic findings. - Clear, concise descriptions include sampling techniques, slide preparation and examination, and guidelines for interpretation, leading to accurate in-house and commercial laboratory diagnosis. - Easy-to-use, well-organized format includes many tables, algorithms, boxes, and Key Point callouts for at-a-glance reference. - NEW! Chapter on Fecal Cytology - Highlighted boxes featuring Key Points provide helpful tips for best conceptual understanding and diagnostic effectiveness - Photomicrographs now include more comparative histology - Discussions of broader uses of stains and immunocytochemistry for differential cytologic characterization - Expanded chapter on Advanced Diagnostic Techniques includes more methodology and application of current tools, representing advances in both aspiration and exfoliative cytology.