Pathology & Parasitology for Veterinary Technicians

by Shapiro, Leland S.

• ISBN13: 9781435438552
• ISBN10: 1435438558
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781401837457
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-05-06
• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
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Summary

PATHOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS, 2E is the publication professionals and future professionals turn to for detailed information on pathology and parasitology in veterinary medicine. It features clear-cut descriptions, case studies, and methodologies for the practical setting. Veterinary professionals and those in the animal, equine, dairy, and poultry fields will benefit from explanations about technical procedures, parasite life cycles, zoonotic potential, diagnosis, and treatment. A review of current literature provides valuable background, and the accompanying CD-ROM Image Library features extensive color images of parasites and various pathologies.

Table of Contents

Pathology

Introduction to Pathology

Cell Injury and Cell Death

Inflammation and Healing

Review of the Circulatory System

Neoplasia: An Introduction to Tumors

Immunological Diseases

Mechanisms of Infections and Causes of Infectious Disease

Genetic Disorders

Environmental and Nutritional Diseases

Zoonosis and Safety on the Job

Parasitology

The Variety of parasites.

Ectoparasites of large animals.

Ectoparasites of small animals.

Endoparasites of Large Animals.

Endoparasites of small animals

Appendix: Specific Diseases of Selected Species

Specific How to do or Prepare Examples

Glossary

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