Laboratory Medicine: Avian and Exotic Pets

Heres the first reference devoted exclusively to laboratory testing for avian and exotic animals. 31 leading experts thoroughly describe how to select, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests for pet birds, common reptiles, rabbits, and ferrets. They also discuss pathophysiology, where appropriate, to help readers understand what various test results mean.

Offers separate sections on avian, mammal, and reptile species, each of which is organized by testing discipline and/or organ system for ease of reference.

Discusses effective techniques for sample collection, processing, and dealing with artifacts.

Presents the most extensive collection of laboratory reference ranges for avian and exotic animals ever published.

Includes photomicrographs of reptile protozoa, unavailable in other sources.

Features tables that provide quick summaries of important diagnostic information.

Provides an appendix of case histories that illustrate test selection, interpretation, and clinical implications.