Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles

Featuring 1200 high-quality, color photos of normal anatomy and histology, as well as gross, light, and electron microscopic images of pathogens and diseases, this exceptionally comprehensive atlas provides definitive information on every known infectious disease affecting reptiles. Beginning with a thorough review of reptile biology, anatomy, and histology, leading authorities then address specific topics such as immunology, circulating inflammatory cells, necropsy techniques, pathogen identification and isolation, molecular diagnosis, and serodiagnostics. The atlas also catalogs specific pathologies due to viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites.