Total and Differential Leukocyte Counts of Traumatic Gastritis Classified under Three Types in Dairy Cows

Abstract

Cows suffering from traumatic gastritis were classified into 3 groups, subacute local, chronic and acute diffuse type. Diagnostic value of total and differential leukocyte counts were evaluated. Decrease of basophil and monocyte count were common findings in all types. In acute diffuse types, decrease of eosinophil count and left shift in neutrophils or degenerative left shift were observed, and decrease of eosinophil count was observed in subacute local types. Leukocytosis and neutrophilia or regenerative left shift were observed in chronic types.