Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians introduces veterinary technician and technologist students to the complex and exciting world of microorganisms. Divided into four main parts, the book provides pertinent, up-to-date information regarding many different aspects of veterinary microbiology.

Part I - Foundations of basic microbiological structure and function, the role of the immune system in microbial diseases, and common therapeutics in use today

Parts II - Common bacteria encountered in veterinary medicine

Part III - Common fungi encountered in veterinary medicine

Part IV - Diagnostics available to the veterinary technician

Special features of the book include:

- Full color images and graphics

- Callout boxes that emphasize important concepts, such as client education, zoonoses, and biosecurity

- In-text bolding of important key words and concepts as well as a Glossary

- End-of-chapter "Further Readings" section for those who want to pursue topics beyond the classroom

Each chapter is filled with information most useful to the veterinary technician in their day-to-day lives.

Special attention is paid to facets of the veterinary technician's role as an integral member of the veterinary team including: history-taking, choice and interpretation of diagnostics, and client education.

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Tracy H Vemulapalli is a veterinarian on faculty at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University where she is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Laboratory Animal Medicine. She has a Master's Degree in Molecular Bacteriology and has been a diplomate of the American College of Laboratory Medicine since 2009. She has experience in small animal private practice, food safety, and infectious disease research, including Biosafety Level 3 (BSL3) work.

G Kenitra Hammac is a veterinarian on faculty at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University where she is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Microbiology. She heads the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory's Microbiology Section. A diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiology since 2014, she has extensive experience in diagnostic microbiology as well as several years of experience in small animal private practice.