Understanding Canine Anemia: Red Blood Cell Parameters And Their Role In Diagnosis
Red cells, also known as erythrocytes, are crucial components of canine blood, carrying oxygen throughout the body. They contain hemoglobin, a protein that binds oxygen, and their concentration is measured through hematocrit, hemoglobin levels, packed cell volume (PCV), and red blood cell (RBC) count. Reticulocytes are immature red cells that indicate bone marrow response to…