Biology
The study of living organisms
Biology encompasses various fields such as genetics, ecology, and microbiology.
Histology
The study of tissues
Histology is essential for understanding the organization of cells and tissues in various organs.
Cytology
The study of cells
Zoonotic
A disease that can be transmitted between humans and animals
Contagious
A disease that can be transmitted between animals of the same species, such as dog to dog.
Glucose
A simple sugar (monosaccharide) in certain foodstuffs, especially fruit, that is a key source of energy for many organisms.
Chemical Dip
The process of bathing an animal in adulticides to kill parasites.
You must let the animal air-dry/drip dry. Do NOT use a towel to dry them off.
If a patient tries to lick themselves afterward, put an e-collar on them.
Tapeworm
An intestinal parasite transmitted via fleas.
Heartworms
A parasite transmissted by mosquitos.
Hormone
A regulatory substance produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids, such as blood, to stimulate specific cells and tissues into action.
Steam autoclave
A method of sterilizing surgical instruments via high pressure and temperature. Takes 30-45 minutes.
Gas Sterilization
A method of sterilizing surgical equipment using ethylene oxide. Takes 12 hours. It can cause cancer.
Cold Pack
A method of sterilizing instruments that uses a broad spectrum disinfectant. Takes 3 hours.
Ultrasound Imaging
An increasingly popular and reasonably priced form of diagnostic imaging that poses minimal risk to users
Good at imaging soft tissue, like organs
Radiographic Imaging
A form of diagnostic imaging that uses radiation to observe hard tissues, like bone. It can cause cancer.
DEA
Drug Enforcement Agency
They regulate controlled substances
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
They set safety standards in the workplace
Nasogastric Tube
A tube passed through the hose and into the stomach of a horse to administer liquid medication
BV
Biological Value
On a food label, ingredients are listed in…
descending order according to the amount in the container
OHE
Overiohysterectomy
Surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus
Intraperitoneal
A space inside the abdomen
Fomite
An inanimate object that can transmit diseases to a new host
Otitis
Inflammation of the ear
