Wednesday, October 30
Question of the Day
A 16-year-old male neutered cat is presented for a one-week history of anorexia, vomiting, and inappropriate urination. The cat has a several month history of increased drinking and urination.
On exam the cat is depressed and underweight with a body condition score of 2/9 (ideal = 5/9). Mucous membranes are pale.
| Value | Normal |
|---|---|
| T=98.2°F (36.8°C) | 100-103.1°F (37.8-39.5°C) |
| HR=212 bpm | 180-220 bpm |
| RR=20 brpm | 16-40 brpm |
| Test | Value | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| BUN | 120 mg/dl (45 mmol/L) | 16-37 mg/dl (5.7- 13.21 mmol/L) |
| Serum creatinine | 4.8 mg/dL (424.32 µmmol/L) | 0.9-2.3 mg/dL (79.58- 203.37 µmmol/L) |
What are the most likely additional clinical pathology findings?