Blood Smear cytological

EDTA blood 1 ml + blood smear
small mammals: EDTA blood 0.5 ml + blood smear or heparin blood 0.5 ml + blood smear
birds, reptiles: heparin blood 0,5 ml + blood smear

morphology

microscopy

mammals, birds, reptiles
fishes, amphibians on request

1-2 days

• The morphology of the peripheral blood cells is assessed.
• Heparin blood is not recommended in mammals as there is a risk of artefacts.
• An additional CBC is needed for full information.
• For a diagnostically conclusive interpretation, please provide the medical history, diagnostic task and previous findings.
• Dog: For the microscopic examination of Pelger-Huët anomalies, fresh, evaluable blood smears from a clinically healthy animal are required. When ordering via a printed submission form, please indicate that Pelger-Huët anomaly is suspected. The test is offered as a separate service in the online submission form.