Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Hematology of the Domestic Ferret (Mustela putorius furo).
- Journal:
- Clinics in laboratory medicine
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Smith, Stephen A et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology · United States
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Pet ferrets are presented to veterinary clinics for routine care and treatment of clinical diseases and female reproductive problems. In addition to obtaining clinical history, additional diagnostic testing may be required, including hematological assessments. This article describes common blood collection methods, including venipuncture sites, volume of blood that can be safely collected, and handling of the blood. Hematological parameters for normal ferrets are provided along with a description of the morphology of ferret leukocytes to assist in performing a differential count.
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