Vocabulary
PCV
packed cell volume
What items should be placed in the sharps container?
needles, scalpels, surgical blades, and microscope slides, syringes
How many grams of feces is required for a accurate analysis?
2-4 grams
What is the most common method to obtain a urine sample?
“Free catch”
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Ova
term used to describe a parasite’s eggs
These should always be worn when mixing any chemical such as cleaning solutions or anti-parasitic dips.
gloves (latex or non latex) and protective eye wear (goggles)
What happens if a sample isn’t fresh?
possibility that the egg will have disintegrated or the microscopic Protozoa may die
Which method has the lowest risk of introducing contaminants to a urine sample?
Cytocentesis
Which disposal options do you need to check with local authorities?
communal burial and home burial
Hematocrit
the volume percentage of erythrocytes (red blood cells) in whole blood
The three most common means of acquiring an infection is…
inhalation, direct contact and ingestion
Should you put the feces in the refrigerator or freezer?
refrigerator because freezing it will damage delicate ova or eggs
How long is the extended period of inactivity to catch urine from?
6-8 hours
When is it best to tell owners about disposal options?
prior to euthanasia to eliminate undue stress on the owners
Necropsy
examination of an animal’s body after death to determine actual cause of death
What kinds of tissue samples should NOT be frozen?
cytology, histology, and microbiology samples
In order for the fecal analysis to be accurate, the sample should be processed within how many hours?
2-4 hours of collection
What’s the best method to collect a urine sample from a feline?
Using a clean, rinsed, and dried litter pan without the litter
The body of the animal cannot be fully frozen (only refrigerated) when you’re doing a…
necropsy
Benign
not malignant; not recurrent; favorable to recovery
Options for disposal for surgically removed body parts include…
incineration, bio waste company pickup or placement in landfill
What will labeling of a sample help prevent?
misdiagnosis
Who is more reserved during this procedure?
Female dogs
When the remains of the pet is in a trash bag, it needs to be labeled with what information?
owner information, pet information, date of euthanasia, and your initials