Physical and Laboratory Parameters for Estimation of Dehydration in Horses
Estimated Dehydration | Heart Rate (bpm) | Capillary Refill Time (sec) | PCV (%) | Total Protein (g/dL) | Plasma Creatinine (mg/dL) | Skin Elasticity (sec) | Sunken Eyes | Membrane Moisture | Mucous Membrane Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6% | 40–60 | 2 | 40 | 7 | 1.5–2 | 2 | +/- | Moist | Pink |
8% | 61–80 | 3 | 45 | 7.5 | 2–3 | 2–3 | +/- | Tacky | Pink |
10% | 81–100 | 4 | 50 | 8 | 3–4 | 3–4 | + | Dry | Red |
12% | >100 | >4 | >50 | >8 | >4 | >4 | ++ | Dry | Cyanotic |