Biology Reference
In-Depth Information
megacolon
Abnormal widening of the large intestine that causes
constipation in cats.
metastasize
When a cancer spreads from its original site to another
part of the body.
miliary dermatitis
A crusty, scaly skin condition.
mutation
A change that occurs within a gene.
nebulization
A process that creates an aerosol mist.
neoplasia
An abnormal growth of new tissue.
neuter
Removing an animal's sex organs.
nocturnal
Something that functions or is active at night.
oncologist
A doctor who specializes in treating cancer.
ovariohysterectomy
Surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries.
palpation
Using the fingers and hands to examine parts of the body.
pectus excavatum
A congenital bone abnormality causing a
flattened ribcage.
pericardium
The sac that surrounds the heart.
peritonitis
Inflammation within the abdominal cavity.
pheromone
Chemical signals that are present in different animal
secretions.
pleural effusion
A build-up of fluid in the chest cavity.
polydactyl
Having more than the normal number of toes.
polyestrus
Able to have multiple estrus cycles throughout the year.
prostaglandins
Special fatty acids that can act like hormones.
protozoa
A type of single-celled organism.
pulmonary edema
A build-up of fluid in the lungs.
pyometra
An infected, pus-filled uterus.
queen
A mother cat.
radioisotope
An element that gives off radiation.
renal
Having to do with the kidneys.
rhinoscopy
Examination of the back of the nasal passages with a
fiber optic scope.
seasonally polyestrus
During certain seasons of the year, cats can
go through their heat cycles multiple times.
spay
Surgically removing the uterus and ovaries.
spray
Depositing urine on a vertical surface.
squamous cell carcinoma
A type of skin cancer.
subcutaneous
Having to do with the tissue under the skin.