Atlas of Canine and Feline Urinalysis [Spiral bound]

Atlas of Canine and Feline Urinalysis offers an image-based reference for performing canine and feline urinalyses, with hundreds of full-color images depicting techniques, physical characteristics, urine chemistry, and microscopic characteristics of urine sediment in dogs and cats.

• Presents hundreds of full-color images for reference and picture-matching while using urinalysis as a diagnostic tool
• Provides a complete guide to properly performing a urinalysis exam in the veterinary practice
• Emphasizes collection techniques, physical assessment, urine chemistry, and the microscopic sediment exam
• Covers casts, crystals, cells, organisms, and artefacts
• Offers a practical, visual resource for incorporating urinalysis into the clinic

 

Introduction 1

Section 1: Sample Collection and Handling 2

Collection of Urine Samples 2

Free Catch Urine Collection 2

Transurethral Catheterization 3

Cystocentesis 6

Urine Sample Handlin g 7

Culture 7

Section II: Urine: Physical Characteristics 10

Volume 10

Color 10

Clarity/Turbidity 11

Odor 11

Urine Specific Gravity 11

Section III Urine Chemistry 13

Urine pH 13

Protein 14

Glucose 19

Ketones 20

Blood 22

Bilirubin 24

Section IV Urine Sediment <l�