Veterinary Hospital Equipment and Tools Overview

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X-RAY MACHINE

For taking radiographs (X-rays) to diagnose bone fractures, internal injuries, or abnormalities in organs.

<p>For taking radiographs (X-rays) to diagnose bone fractures, internal injuries, or abnormalities in organs.</p>
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ULTRASOUND

Uses sound waves to create images of internal organs, especially useful for monitoring pregnancies or detecting tumors.

<p>Uses sound waves to create images of internal organs, especially useful for monitoring pregnancies or detecting tumors.</p>
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ENDOSCOPE

A flexible tube with a camera that allows the vet to view internal areas like the digestive tract or respiratory system.

<p>A flexible tube with a camera that allows the vet to view internal areas like the digestive tract or respiratory system.</p>
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ELECTROCARDIOGRAM

Measures the electrical activity of the heart to detect irregularities in heart rate or rhythm.

<p>Measures the electrical activity of the heart to detect irregularities in heart rate or rhythm.</p>
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BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR

Used to measure blood pressure, which can help diagnose conditions like hypertension.

<p>Used to measure blood pressure, which can help diagnose conditions like hypertension.</p>
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OTOSCOPE

A tool used to examine the ears of animals, often used to check for infections or other issues.

<p>A tool used to examine the ears of animals, often used to check for infections or other issues.</p>
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OPHTHALMOSCOPE

Used to examine the eyes for signs of disease or injury.

<p>Used to examine the eyes for signs of disease or injury.</p>
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CENTRIFUGE

A laboratory device used to separate substances of different densities by spinning them at high speeds.

<p>A laboratory device used to separate substances of different densities by spinning them at high speeds.</p>
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HEMATOLOGY ANALYZERS

An automated laboratory device used to analyze blood samples, specifically to count and characterize blood cells.

<p>An automated laboratory device used to analyze blood samples, specifically to count and characterize blood cells.</p>
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CHEMISTRY ANALYZERS

A laboratory instrument used to perform various biochemical tests on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids to assess the overall health and diagnose medical conditions.

<p>A laboratory instrument used to perform various biochemical tests on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids to assess the overall health and diagnose medical conditions.</p>
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URINE ANALYZERS

A diagnostic tool used in veterinary medicine to analyze urine samples and assess an animal's health.

<p>A diagnostic tool used in veterinary medicine to analyze urine samples and assess an animal's health.</p>
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SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

Includes scalpels, scissors, forceps, needle holders, and clamps used during surgeries.

<p>Includes scalpels, scissors, forceps, needle holders, and clamps used during surgeries.</p>
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GAS ANESTHESIA MACHINE

Delivers a controlled mixture of gases (like oxygen and anesthetic agents) to maintain anesthesia during surgeries.

<p>Delivers a controlled mixture of gases (like oxygen and anesthetic agents) to maintain anesthesia during surgeries.</p>
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AUTOCLAVE

A sterilization machine used to disinfect surgical instruments by using high-pressure steam.

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SUTURE/STAPLES

For closing incisions after surgery.

<p>For closing incisions after surgery.</p>
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SYRINGES & NEEDLES

For administering vaccines, medications, or fluids.

<p>For administering vaccines, medications, or fluids.</p>
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INFUSION PUMP

For controlled delivery of fluids or medications during surgery or intensive care.

<p>For controlled delivery of fluids or medications during surgery or intensive care.</p>
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THERMOMETERS

For taking an animal's body temperature to monitor for fever or infection.

<p>For taking an animal's body temperature to monitor for fever or infection.</p>
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SCALES

To weigh animals for accurate dosage calculations and general health monitoring.

<p>To weigh animals for accurate dosage calculations and general health monitoring.</p>
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STETHOSCOPE

For listening to heart, lung, and abdominal sounds.

<p>For listening to heart, lung, and abdominal sounds.</p>
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DENTAL TOOLS

Scalers, probes, and dental mirrors used in dental cleaning and procedures.