Introduction to Veterinary Haematology Flashcards
1
Q
What is hematology?
A
study of the formed elements of the blood
2
Q
What are 2 terms that are synonymous with CBC?
A
Hemogram, Hematology report
3
Q
What does a CBC consist of?
A
RBC tests
WBC tests
Platelets
Blood smear
TP
fibrinogen
4
Q
What are some reasons to do hematology?
A
- general health screen
- get extra info on sick patients
- assess body’s ability to fight infection
- monitor disease progress
- assess toxin effects on the body
- determine if a bone marrow exam may be necessary
5
Q
What are some struggles of hematology?
A
- results may be non-specific
- disparate conditions may cause similar findings
- can be diagnostic when leukemic cells or hemoparasites are present but this is rare
6
Q
Why would you take single samples for hematology vs repeat sampling?
A
- snapshot of blood cells at a single point in time
- helpful in acute disease or health screening
7
Q
When are repeat hematology samples used?
A
for chronic conditions where serial samples help with management
8
Q
What tubes are used for blood collection and for what tests?
A
EDTA - routine hematology
Na citrate - coagulation
Heparin - reptiles and birds
9
Q
What are 3 main things to remember when collecting blood samples?
A
- want to avoid hemolysis
- want clean venipuncture
- test blood asap or refrigerate
