Scientific Articles

Blood sampling for assessment of liver status is an everyday occurrence in practice, but interpretation of the results can be more difficult than it first appears to be.

The liver is a complex organ, and the biomarkers we utilize to evaluate it overlap in terms of predictive value and clinical utility.

Blood samples for hematological analysis are taken many times daily in every small animal clinic, but the clinician should be aware of the various factors that can influence the results obtained.

Feline hypercalcemia is commonly encountered in the clinic; this paper covers the diagnostic testing, clinical differentials, and management strategies for the condition.

Cytology is highly effective for the diagnosis and assessment of various pathologies; this paper offers an overview of the technique and reviews the most common tumors found on cytological analysis.

Needle biopsy of lymph nodes is commonly done in first opinion practice, but how good are you at interpreting the results? This article shows how to use this simple diagnostic procedure to best advantage.

Understanding the cytological features of canine round cell tumors is critical for a veterinarian to provide an accurate diagnosis, prognosis and effective therapeutic strategies to manage these conditions.

The diagnosis of adverse food reactions in dogs is not without its problems; this paper reviews the options and makes recommendations for the front-line clinician.

Adverse food reactions in dogs are still incompletely understood; this article reviews what we know about the condition and how it may interlink with atopic dermatitis.