Urinalysis in the Dog and Cat

Urinalysis in the Dog and Cat is a comprehensive, up-to-date textbook for performing and interpreting urinalysis in dogs and cats. This book is accessible to those in both primary care and specialty practices.

In Urinalysis in the Dog and Cat, a logical sequence to urine collection, performing a complete urinalysis (including physical and chemical properties along with urinary sediment microscopy), and result interpretation is presented. The FAQ chapter and the chapter on urinalysis case examples provide easily accessible information for primary care veterinarians, technicians, and veterinary students. Each didactic chapter is designed to provide basic information first, then delve into more advanced materials. This will prove useful to specialists and those in advanced training. An extensive review of proteinuria is also included as a separate chapter, alongside detailed discussion of automated urine chemistry by dipstrip and automated urinary sediment microscopy, technologies increasingly incorporated in veterinary laboratory practice.

The text is complemented by hundreds of high-quality photographs and medical illustrations highlighting common and rare findings in dogs' and cats' urine. Numerous algorithms suggest possible pathways for diagnosing and treating urinary disorders.

This book is poised to become widely used in veterinary hospitals by seasoned and young veterinarians alike, as well as by veterinary laboratory technicians. Additionally, several sections of this book will aid in teaching basic concepts to veterinary students.

The authors also cover the following topics:

• An introduction to the philosophy of urinalysis and detailed information about urine collection from dogs and cats.
• Comprehensive explorations of urine sample handling, preparation, and analysis.
• Detailed aspects of USG as the most important physical property of canine and feline urine.
• In-depth discussions of urine chemistry dipstrip evaluation for pH, protein, occult blood, glucose, ketones, and bilirubin.
• Extensive detailing of urinary sediment microscopy.
• Sections on FAQ and urinalysis case examples that allow readers to test their urinalysis knowledge.

Urinalysis in the Dog and Cat is an essential reference for primary care veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary students, those in advanced training programs, and specialists interested in learning more about urinary tract disorders.