Veterinary Technician Practice Exam

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What procedure is often performed alongside castration in male animals?

Vasectomy
Orchiectomy
Neutering
Spaying

The correct answer is: Orchiectomy

The procedure that is often performed alongside castration in male animals is orchiectomy. Orchiectomy specifically refers to the surgical removal of the testicles, which is the primary objective of castration. This procedure is widely performed in veterinary medicine to prevent reproduction, eliminate certain behavioral issues, and reduce the risk of some health problems related to the male reproductive system. While neutering is a term that can encompass both castration and spaying (the surgical procedure for female animals), it is not a specific procedure on its own but rather a general term related to sterilization. Vasectomy only involves cutting and sealing the vas deferens to prevent sperm from entering the urethra and does not involve the removal of the testicles. Spaying, on the other hand, is the surgical removal of the ovaries and usually the uterus in female animals, making it unrelated to procedures performed on males. Therefore, orchiectomy is the correct answer as it directly relates to the procedure performed during castration.