Skin Scrape Procedure

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Introduction

Skin scrapings are an important technique in the diagnosis of skin disease for all mammals and some reptiles and fish. They are particularly valuable in parasitological investigations.

Preparation

No sedation or anaesthesia is usually required unless the animal's temperament prevents good quality samples being collected. Most animals tolerate the procedure very well.

Procedure

Interpretation