AGV 134 - Veterinary Clinic Pathology II

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

This course continues Veterinary Clinic Pathology I with an emphasis on complete blood cell counts and common blood chemistry tests performed in a veterinary laboratory. Cytology preparation and interpretation as well as common microbiologic testing is also discussed.
Prerequisite: AGV 133 , AGV 140 , AGV 170
Competencies
1. Perform a complete blood cell count

2. Understand other hematological tests

1. Describe RBC hematological indices

2. Explain technology behind hematological testing equipment available

3. Perform reticulocyte counts

3. Evaluate individual blood chemistry testing methods

1. Identify various blood chemistries

2. Explain technology behind blood chemistry analyzers available

4. Demonstrate common cytological diagnostic tests and sample preparation

1. Demonstrate sample analysis techniques

2. Discuss normal and abnormal characteristics of cells

5. Perform common microbiologic testing

1. Describe collection procedures

2. Explain microbial identification techniques

3. Culture bacteria and perform susceptibility testing
Competencies Revised Date: AY2025