Haematological and serum biochemical reference values in Chinese water deer (Hydropotes inermis): a preliminary study.

Background: A selection of haematological and serum biochemical profile was first presented from the 81 samples of Chinese water deer (Hydropotes inermis). The deer health assessment database was initially established, especially in relation to determining potential effects associated with diseases diagnosis.

Results: Blood samples were analyzed for different haematological parameters viz.