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Szh 309: Clinical Pathology Question Paper

Szh 309: Clinical Pathology

Course:Bachelor Of Science

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2013

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2012/2013
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
. SZH 309: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
DATE: THURSDAY 4TH APRIL 2013
TIME: 4.30-6.30 P.M
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer all questions in section A and any one question in section B. In each section, all questions carry equal marks. Illustrate your answers with well- labeled diagrams wherever appropriate and give relevant examples.

SECTION A-40 MARKS
Answer all questions on this section. All questions carry equal marks.

1.Explain the parameters evaluated in complete blood count in veterinary clinical practice.

2. Describe the general morphological characteristics of each leukocytic granulocytes in mammals.

3. Explain the leukocytic responses observed on blood smears of a cow with persistent systematic infection caused by virulent bacteria at the following phases
a) The first 3 days to 5 days.
.b) The intermediate 10-14 days.
c) After 21 days.

4. Using a well labeled diagram, describe the microhaematocrit analysis of blood and indicate the most important parameter derived from this method.

5. Explain the meaning of each of the following
a) Mean corpascular volume (MCV).
b) Mean corpascular haemoglobin (MCH).
c) Mean corpascular hemoglobin concentration.( MCHC).
d) Hemostasis
e) Roleaux formation.

6. Explain the metabolism, excretion and the reliable testing for bilirubin.

7. Describe the glucose tolerance test in a dog and state its significance.

8. Explain the principles used to measure plasma electrolytes using a flame photometer.

. SECTION B- 30 MARKS
Answer any one question

9. Give a detailed description of parameters evaluated in urinalysis using urine strips.
10. Write an essay on anticoagulants citing their mode of action, advantages disadvantages and most common uses.
11. a) Describe the general principles of enzyme assay.
b) Discuss the principles, application and interpretation of phosphates for liver function tests.

Szh 309: Clinical Pathology Question Paper

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