Skin Sampling Flashcards
What would a skin scrape sample be looking for?
Ectoparasites, dermatophytes, nematodes
What would a Wood’s Lamp examination be looking for?
Microsporum canis (dermatophyte)
What would a hair pluck sample be looking for?
Ectoparasites (demodex mites), dermatophytes, hair structure
What would a coat brushing look for?
Superficial ectoparasites such as Cheyletiella + Lice + Flies
What does a tape strip look for?
Superficial ectoparasites or microbes such as yeasts
What would a smear (cytology) look for?
Microbes
What does culture look for?
Bacterial or Fungal Organisms
What should you combine a culture test with and why?
Sensitivity - guide antibiotic choices
What is a biopsy looking for?
Histopath changes
What does an intradermal test look for?
Immediate Hypersensitivity (atopic disease)
