What can be observed in the lungs of a goat during laboratory with naked eyes?
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Aug 15
During a laboratory examination of a goat's lungs with naked eyes, one may observe the following:
1. Size and color: The size and color of the lungs can be observed, with healthy lungs appearing pinkish in color and of a normal size.
2. Texture: The texture of the lungs can be observed, with healthy lungs feeling spongy and elastic.
3. Presence of any abnormalities: Any abnormalities such as lesions, nodules, or discoloration on the surface of the lungs can be observed.
4. Presence of excess fluid: Excess fluid in the lungs, known as pulmonary edema, may be visible as a frothy or bloody discharge.
5. Lung lobes: The number and condition of the lung lobes can be observed, with healthy lungs having distinct lobes that are well-defined.
6. Presence of parasites: Parasites such as lungworms or lung flukes may be visible in the lungs of a goat.
7. Lung inflation: The inflation of the lungs can be observed, with healthy lungs expanding and contracting properly during respiration.
Overall, a laboratory examination of a goat's lungs with naked eyes can provide valuable information about the health and condition of the respiratory system.
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Aug 15
Macroscopic Observations in Goat Lungs:
1. Lobar Structure: - Two lobes on the right side (cranial and caudal) - Three lobes on the left side (cranial, middle, and caudal)
2. Color: - Fresh lungs: Pinkish-red to dark red - Older lungs: Darker in color, with areas of congestion and edema
3. Texture: - Spongy and elastic
4. Bronchial Tree: - Main bronchus divides into secondary and tertiary bronchi, which further branch into smaller bronchioles
5. Airways: - Lined with ciliated columnar epithelium - Goblet cells are absent in airway epithelium
6. Alveoli: - Not visible to the naked eye - Thin-walled air sacs where gas exchange occurs
7. Pulmonary Vessels: - Pulmonary artery and vein are clearly visible - Pulmonary capillaries form a fine network around the alveoli
8. Hilar Region: - Location where the bronchi, blood vessels, and nerves enter and exit the lungs - Contains lymph nodes and adipose tissue
9. Pleural Surface: - Covered by visceral pleura - May exhibit adhesions or thickenings in the case of inflammation or infection
10. Apices: - Blunter and less pointed than in humans - May contain small lobes (accessory lobes)