This course explains pathophysiologic mechanisms responsible for abnormal findings in hematologic, biochemical, urinalysis and cytologic tests in health and disease of animals. Students will learn a selection of appropriate diagnostic tests for various diseases and how to interpret the results of these tests. They will additionally learn basic principles of laboratory medicine, including quality control, reference intervals, specificity, sensitivity, and positive and negative predictive values.
Prerequisite Courses
Semester Offered
Fall