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  • Title: Hematological assessment in pet guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus): blood sample collection and blood cell identification.
    Author: Zimmerman K, Moore DM, Smith SA.
    Journal: Vet Clin North Am Exot Anim Pract; 2015 Jan; 18(1):33-40. PubMed ID: 25421024.
    Abstract:
    Pet guinea pigs are presented to veterinary clinics for routine care and treatment of clinical diseases. In addition to obtaining clinical history and exam findings, diagnostic testing may be required, including hematological assessments. This article describes common blood collection methods, including venipuncture sites, the volume of blood that can be safely collected, and handling of the blood. Hematological parameters for normal guinea pigs are provided for comparison with in-house or commercial test results. A description of the morphology of guinea pig leukocytes is provided to assist in performing a differential count.
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