Describing the normal appearance and function of the components of blood, and discussing how abnormal changes are measured, this introductory text is for veterinary technology students and is not intended to aid diagnosis.

Table of Contents

Introduction to the haematology laboratory; Composition of blood; Blood volume; Blood collection and handling; Blood smears and staining; Routine haematology laboratory tests; Leukocyte cell types and functions; Introduction to the immune system; Erythrocyte form, function, and indices; Erythroctye abnormalities; Anaemias and plycythemias; Haematostasis and coagulation; Haematopoiesis and bone marrow exam; Cytology.

Author Biography

Gregg L. Voigt, BS, DVM, MS, is an instructor in veterinary technology at Eastern Wyoming College, Torrington, WY. Prior to this Dr. Voigt had wide experience working with veterinary technicians for several years in private practice, as a military veterinarian at Fr. Bragg, NC, and while receiving his master's degree from the Pathology Department, Colorado State University.