Veterian Key

Cardiopulmonary Cerebral Resuscitation (CPCR)

Globulins Basic Information Definition Globulins are a heterogeneous group of large serum proteins other than albumin. These include clotting proteins, complement, many acute phase proteins, immunoglobulins, and lipoproteins. Typical Normal…

Insect Hypersensitivity Basic Information Definition A hypersensitivity reaction to bites by various insects Synonym(s) Summer itch, summer “fungus,” sweet itch, lichen tropicus, Queensland itch (Australia), Sommerekzem (Germany), Manochsvankorv (Sweden), Kasen…

Corneal Ulcer

Heinz Bodies Basic Information Definition Heinz bodies are erythrocyte structures composed of precipitated denatured hemoglobin. On Wright’s-stained blood smears, they appear as a rounded structure protruding from the margin of…

Glutamate Dehydrogenase (GLD) Basic Information Definition Leakage enzyme: Soluble cytoplasmic enzymes released into circulation after increased membrane permeability (sublethal cellular injury or cellular necrosis) Typical Normal Range (US units; SI…

Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Basic Information Definition Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a thrombohemorrhagic syndrome resulting from the inappropriate systemic activation of the coagulation system caused by systemic inflammation. Disproportionate endothelial…

Equine Diarrhea Differentials and Diagnostic Tests in Adults and Foals Differential Diagnosis

Hematocrit Basic Information Definition The percentage of blood volume made up of erythrocytes Synonym(s) Packed cell volume Typical Normal Range (US Units; SI Units) 27% to 43% (0.27–0.43 L/L) Physiology Causes…

Laryngeal Hemiplegia Basic Information Definition Chronic and progressive degenerative neuropathy of the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) resulting in loss of motor function of the intrinsic muscles of the larynx, which…