General Vet Med
What is the normal body temperature range for a dog?
101-102.5
How are heartworms transmitted?
Mosquitos
Cats are obligate what?
Carnivores
What does the prefix "tachy-" mean?
fast
What Zoetis analyzer is used for in-house hematology?
Vetscan HM5
What organ is primarily responsible for detoxifying the blood?
The liver
What joint disease is common in large breed dogs?
Hip Dysplasia
What virus is commonly referred to as feline leukemia?
FeLV
What does "lateral recumbency" mean?
Lying on the side
What does a CBC primarily evaluate?
Red cells, white cells, platelets.
What type of parasite is a flea classified as?
An ectoparasite
Which blood type do most dogs have naturally?
DEA 1 positive
Accepted: Hiding, decreased appetite, hyperventilating, dilated pupils.
What term means difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
What type of blood sample is required for a chemistry panel on the VS2?
Whole blood, serum, or plasma.
What is the medical term for vomiting?
Emesis
What condition causes gastric dilation and torsion?
GDV (bloat)
What is the normal resting heart rate range for cats?
140-220 bpm
What procedure removes fluid from the abdomen?
Abdominocentesis
What blood chemistry value is most associated with kidney function?
Creatinine (or BUN)
What cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
Optic nerve (Cranial Nerve II)
Which endocrine disease is caused by excess cortisol?
Cushing's disease (Hyperadrenocorticism)
What kidney-related disease is extremely common in senior cats?
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
What does the suffix "-itis" indicate?
Inflammation
Name all 7 platforms available on the Vetscan Imagyst
Fecal, Equine fecal, Urine, Dermatology, Blood smear, Digital Cytology, AI Masses.
(also available: Fecal giardia & Add on review)