Canine and Feline Cytology: A Color Atlas & Interpretation Guide, 3/e

Master the art and science of specimen collection, preparation, and evaluation with Canine & Feline Cytology: A Color Atlas and Interpretation Guide, Second Edition. This easy-to-use guide covers all body systems and fluids including a special chapter on acquisition and management of cytology specimens. Hundreds of vivid color images of normal tissue alongside abnormal tissue images - plus concise summaries of individual lesions and guidelines for interpretation - will enhance your ability to confidently face any diagnostic challenge.
Key Features
· 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.