Page 60 - The Veterinary Laboratory and Field Manual 3rd Edition

Setting up and using a laboratory service 29

Figure 1.24 Illustration of the
area of the chest to listen to in
the horse (a) or the cow (b) if it is
necessary to assess changes in
respiratory sounds. The location
of the heart and rib cage in the
bovine is indicated in (b). It is
important to be familiar with the
normal anatomy and physiology
of common species examined.
Illustration: Louis Wood.

Figure 1.25 Lifting a forelimb of a horse may allow
examination of the limb/foot and will restrain the
animal if it will not keep still. Ropes should be
held firmly. In most cases, it is preferable to get
an experienced horse handler to assist. Only try to
collect blood samples (usually from the jugular vein)
if the animal is appropriately restrained or sedated.
Illustration: Louis Wood.

Vet Lab.indb 29 26/03/2019 10:25