Veterian Key

Albumin Basic Information Definition Albumin is the major single protein found in serum. Typical Normal Range (US units; SI units) 2.8 to 4.8 g/dL (28–48 g/L); varies slightly between reference laboratories. Young…

Codocytes Basic Information Definition Codocytes are bell-shaped erythrocytes that resemble targets when viewed on blood smears (in addition to the marginal ring of hemoglobin, a spot of hemoglobin is seen…

Anion Gap Basic Information Definition A calculated value, using the formula [(Na2+ + K+) − (Cl− + HCO3−)], that can aid in determining the cause of acid-base abnormalities Typical Normal…

Albuminuria and Proteinuria Basic Information Definition The presence of excess protein and/or albumin in urine Typical Normal Range (US units; SI units) Approximately 2 mg/dL to 36 mg/dL with wet chemistry instrument…

Hoary Alyssum Toxicosis Basic Information Definition Characterized by limb edema and laminitis, hoary alyssum toxicity occurs primarily in horses grazing the plants in pastures or eating the plants when incorporated…

Pruritus

Baermann Test Basic Information Definition A test to detect parasite larvae in feces Typical Normal Range (US and IU units) Results are reported as positive or negative for larvae often…

Laminitis, Chronic Basic Information Definition • A painful inflammatory condition of the hoof-lamellar interface (HLI) that causes lameness, abnormal hoof growth and appearance, and separation of the hoof from underlying…

Electrocardiography/Arrhythmia

Rhabdomyolysis Basic Information Definition Necrosis of skeletal muscle fibers. Rhabdomyolysis in horses occurs associated with exercise and in nonexercising horses on pasture. Synonym(s) • General synonyms: Degenerative myopathy, myonecrosis. Rhabdomyolysis…