J Wildl Dis. 2021 Jan 6;57(1):242-245. doi: 10.7589/JWD-D-20-00095.
ABSTRACT
We determined venous blood gas, acid-base, and biochemical parameters for thirteen free-ranging Indian flying foxes (Pteropus giganteus) in Myanmar, using a handheld i-STAT analyzer with CG8+ and CHEM8 cartridges. For field-based projects, portable blood analyzers enable identification and management of electrolyte and acid-base imbalances and collection of physiologic data, but present logistical challenges.
PMID:33635999 | DOI:10.7589/JWD-D-20-00095
