Clinical technique: techniques in the practice diagnostic laboratory - a review. (Special Issue: Avian/exotic medicine by clinicians for clinicians.)

摘要

The need to rapidly diagnose disease in avian/exotic animal patients has led to the increased use of on-site diagnostic testing by veterinarians treating these animals. This article explores the use of on-site veterinary diagnostic testing: advantages and disadvantages of such testing; tests that are performed; type of equipment available; and need for quality control.