Signalment:
Juvenile Red-tailed hawk
Presenting Complaint and Patient History:
The bird was found on the ground with a broken wing.
Hematology Images:
Leukocytozoon
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Hawk - peripheral blood cells
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Hematology Description
There is a moderate leukocytosis, and many macrogametocytes of Leukocytozoon are seen. Leukocytozoon is often found in blood smears from wild birds. Organisms are located intracellularly within erythrocytes and/or leukocytes. Most birds with Leukocytozoon are asymptomatic, but clinical signs of infection may include hemolytic anemia, weakness and tachypnea.
Supporting Documentation (lab results, etc.)
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