Pathology of Laboratory Rodents and Rabbits, 4th Edition

Publication Year: 2016

Author / Editor: Stephen W. Barthold, Stephen M. Griffey, and Dean H. Percy

Overview: This comprehensive fourth edition provides an in-depth reference text on the pathology, diseases, and biological features of common laboratory rodents and rabbits. It serves as an essential resource for veterinary pathologists and researchers by detailing infectious diseases, non-infectious disorders, and neoplasia across multiple species.

Key Topics Covered:

Genetics, nomenclature, and anatomical features of laboratory mice and rats
Viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections impacting research animals
Age-related, environmental, nutritional, and metabolic disorders
Neoplasms and tumor classifications across various rodent species and rabbits