Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 17, Issue 1 , Pages 4-15 , January 2008

Rabbit Diagnostic Testing

  • Jeffrey R. Jenkins, DVM, Dip. ABVP (Avian)

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Jeffrey R. Jenkins, DVM, Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, 2317 Hotel Circle South, Suite C, San Diego, CA 92108-3310.

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PII: S1557-5063(07)00195-4

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2007.12.003

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 17, Issue 1 , Pages 4-15 , January 2008

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