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1. Why does the need for laboratory tests vary?

A. It depends on the horse's situation and medical needs. B. Every horse always needs the same tests. C. Only racehorses require laboratory tests. D. It depends only on the horse's age.

2. Basic blood work is commonly used to evaluate:

A. Hoof quality and shoeing. B. Coat color and breed. C. Immune health and organ function. D. Dental health.

3. Which laboratory tests can all Tennessee Equine Hospital locations perform in-house?

A. MRI scans and CT scans. B. Complete blood count, serum chemistry, and fecal egg count. C. Allergy testing and genetic testing only. D. Surgical procedures.

4. A complete blood count (CBC) evaluates:

A. Bone density and hoof growth. B. Liver enzymes only. C. Parasites only. D. White blood cells, red blood cells, and platelet levels.

5. Serum chemistry helps evaluate all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Kidney and liver function. B. Protein levels. C. Muscle health and electrolytes. D. Saddle fit.

6. What is the purpose of a fecal egg count?

A. To measure the horse's blood sugar. B. To assess the horse's internal parasite load. C. To evaluate lung capacity. D. To diagnose bone fractures.

7. Which tests are typically sent to outside laboratories?

A. Endocrinology testing and tests for specific diseases. B. Complete blood counts only. C. Fecal egg counts only. D. Temperature measurements.

8. Why is it useful to perform laboratory tests on healthy horses?

A. Healthy horses never need testing. B. To reduce feeding costs. C. To establish a baseline for future comparison. D. To improve riding performance immediately.

9. If an abnormality appears in future blood work, baseline results help veterinarians determine whether:

A. The horse needs new horseshoes. B. The abnormality is new or a pre-existing condition. C. The horse should change breeds. D. The horse should receive more exercise.

10. Why is early detection through laboratory testing important?

A. It guarantees that surgery will be necessary. B. It eliminates the need for veterinary care. C. It prevents horses from ever becoming sick again. D. It helps identify the cause of symptoms, making treatment easier and improving the chances of a positive outcome.

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