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Cytology Practicum II


Course Description

The diagnosis of diseases of animals by cytologic techniques. Studies are made of cytologic preparations prepared from fluids and tissues submitted for antemortem diagnosis. For residents in their second year.


Athena Title

Cytology Practicum II


Non-Traditional Format

Student works with clinical pathologist on cytology cases.


Prerequisite

Permission of department


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall, spring and summer


Grading System

S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)


Student learning Outcomes

  • Provide appropriate cytological diagnosis using specimens submitted from the veterinary teaching hospital
  • Correctly interpret findings from blood films
  • Correctly interpret findings from microscopic examination of bone marrow specimens
  • Gain competency in interpretation of hematological and biochemical data

Topical Outline

  • Interpretation of blood films and hemograms
  • Interpretation of cytological specimens
  • Interpretation of biochemical data
  • Communication of diagnostic findings to veterinarians
  • Instruction of senior veterinary students in diagnostic cytology

Syllabus


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