Veterinary Technician

Category - Lab Procedures

What is an increase in the circulating white blood cells that occurs due to an epinephrine release (such as excitement, fear, or exercise) called?
  1. Inflammatory Leukocytosis
  2. Stress Erthrocytosis
  3. Pseudo neutropenia
  4. Physiological Leukocytosis
Explanation
Answer: D - Physiological Leukocytosis is the term for an increase in the circulating white blood cells caused by an epinephrine release. It is most common in cats and horses and is characterized by an increase in all cell types.
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