Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hematologic Assessment in Pet Rats, Mice, Hamsters, and Gerbils: Blood Sample Collection and Blood Cell Identification.
- Journal:
- Clinics in laboratory medicine
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Lindstrom, Nicole M et al.
- Affiliation:
- Virginia Tech · United States
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Hamsters, gerbils, rats, and mice are presented to veterinary clinics and hospitals for prophylactic care and treatment of clinical signs of disease. Physical examination, history, and husbandry practice information can be supplemented greatly by assessment of hematologic parameters. As a resource for veterinarians and their technicians, this article describes the methods for collection of blood, identification of blood cells, and interpretation of the hemogram in mice, rats, gerbils, and hamsters.
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