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To read this issue online, visit tvpjournal.com 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS RACE-APPROVED CE CREDIT ARTICLE Liver Enzyme Interpretation and Liver Function Tests Brigitte B. McAtee, DVM, and Jonathan A. Lidbury, BVMS, MRCVS, PhD, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA Early diagnosis of liver disease often relies on serum biochemical testing, which may prompt further diagnostics, including liver function testing. This article reviews the interpretation of serum liver enzyme activities and commonly used liver function tests. FEATURES 28 40 52 RACE-APPROVED CE CREDIT ARTICLE Imaging Essentials: Interpretation of Dental Radiographs in Dogs and Cats Santiago Peralta, DVM, DAVDC, and Nadine Fiani, BVSc, DAVDC This article is the second of two articles that focus on interpretation of dental radiographs in dogs and cats. It includes normal dental variations and pathologic findings that can be viewed on dental radiographs. FEATURE Separation-Related Disorders: The Differences Between Dogs and Cats Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB, and Ariel Fagen, DVM Separation-related disorders are well recognized in dogs, but they are less understood in cats. This article addresses the clinical signs, predisposition factors, diagnosis, and treatment of these disorders in dogs and cats. 6 10 14 73 ADVERTISER INDEX TODAY'S VETERINARY NEWS INSIDE NAVC SPECIAL SECTION: FOCUS ON NUTRITION Today's Veterinary Practice does not, by publication of ads, express endorsement or verify the accuracy and effectiveness of the products and claims contained therein. The publisher, Eastern States Veterinary Association, Inc (NAVC), disclaims any liability for any damages resulting from the use of any product advertised herein and suggests that readers fully investigate the products and claims prior to purchasing. The opinions stated in this publication are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the NAVC nor its Editorial Advisory Board. NAVC does not guarantee nor make any other representation that the material contained in articles herein is valid, reliable, or accurate; nor does the NAVC assume any responsibility for injury or death arising from any use, or misuse, of same. There is no implication that the material published herein represents the best or only procedure for a particular condition. It is the responsibility of the reader to verify the accuracy and applicability of any information presented and to adapt as new data becomes publicly available. Today's Veterinary Practice (ISSN 2162-3872 print and ISSN 2162-3929 online) is published bi-monthly (Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/June, Jul/Aug, Sept/ Oct, Nov/Dec; 6x per year) by North American Veterinary Conference, 37 Paul Lane, Glen Mills, PA 19342. Periodicals postage paid at Glen Mills, PA 19342 and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send all UAA to CFS (See DMM 507.1.5.2); NON-POSTAL AND MILITARY FACILITIES: send address corrections to CDS/Today's Veterinary Practice, 440 Quadrangle Drive, Ste E, Bolingbrook, IL 60440.