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A 4-year-old male neutered Cocker Spaniel presents because of decreased activity and appetite. T = 39.9°C (103.9°F); HR = 170 bpm; RR = 60 bpm; CRT = 3sec; MM pale yellow and dry; femoral pulse bounding; perfusion hyperdynamic; estimated 6% dehydrated (MM moisture/skin turgor). A II/VI left systolic heart murmur with normal lung sounds are heard on auscultation. Initial database: PCV = 0.14 l/l (14%); TS = 78 g/l (7.8 g/dl); hemolyzed serum; BUN = 16 mmol/l (45 mg/dl); glucose = 5.3 mmol/l (95 mg/dl).

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List at least two pathologic mechanisms that cause anemia. Link to Article
What are the RBC morphologic indicators of a regenerative process in anemia? Link to Article
Fill in the chart above comparing changes seen during acute hemorrhage versus hemolysis. Link to Article
List the broad categories of causes of RBC hemolysis. Link to Article
How is a saline agglutination slide test performed, and what does it demonstrate? Link to Article


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