Chapter 13

Question 1

What are the clinical pathological findings in lead poisoning?

Answer 1

Increased numbers of nRBCs in face of normal hct

Question 2

What are the most pathogenic campylobacter species in dogs and cats?

Answer 2

D - C. jejuni
C - C. coli

Question 3

What are the most common Giardia assemblages isolated in dogs and cats?

Answer 3

D - C and D
C - F

Question 4

What cells secrete gastrin?

Answer 4

G cells

Question 5

What is faecal elastase measurement used for?

Answer 5

EPI
Less sensitive/specific than TLI

Question 6

What is alpha-1 proteinase inhibitor used for? What are its limitations?

Answer 6

To demonstrate intestinal protein loss
False +ves if blood present, availability

Question 7

What is calprotectin? Where is it found?

Answer 7

Cystosolic protein complex found in neutrophils and released at sites of inflammation