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Bloodwork & Other Laboratory Testing
Laboratory and blood testing services provide a "window" into your pet’s internal health, offering vital information that a physical exam alone cannot reveal. These diagnostic tools allow veterinarians to detect hidden illnesses early, monitor chronic conditions, and ensure your pet is healthy enough for procedures like anesthesia.
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Preventative Screenings & Baseline Health: Routine lab work establishes a "normal" baseline for your pet. This makes it easier for veterinarians to identify subtle changes over time, often before external symptoms appear.
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Early Disease Detection: Many conditions, such as kidney or liver disease, show no outward signs until they are advanced. Advanced panels can identify these issues early, when they are most treatable.
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Safety & Treatment Monitoring: Pre-anesthetic testing ensures procedures like surgery or dental cleanings are safe. Ongoing lab work also monitors the safety and effectiveness of long-term medications.​​
In-House Diagnostics (Immediate Results)
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PCV & Total Solids: Provides an immediate snapshot of your pet’s hydration and oxygen-carrying capacity. It is essential for identifying anemia, dehydration, or protein loss caused by kidney or intestinal issues
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Urinalysis: To detect urinary tract infections, diabetes, or kidney disease.
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Rapid Test Kits: For Heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, Anaplasmosis, Feline Leukemia (FeLV), and FIV.
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Cytology: Immediate analysis of skin or ear samples.
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Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG): We use EKG to detect abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and to ensure the heart is functioning safely during anesthesia. It is a vital tool for diagnosing underlying heart disease before symptoms appear.
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Blood Pressure Monitoring: High blood pressure (hypertension) is a "silent killer" in pets, often linked to kidney disease or hyperthyroidism. Regular monitoring helps prevent sudden blindness, heart failure, and organ damage.
Reference Laboratory (Specialized/Comprehensive Results)
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Complete Blood Count (CBC): To check for infection, anemia, and inflammation.
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Blood Chemistry Panels: To assess organ function (kidneys, liver) and blood sugar.
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Electrolyte Testing: To measure hydration and balance.
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Fecal Exams: To screen for intestinal parasites (roundworms, hookworms, giardia).
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Pathology/Biopsy: Detailed analysis of tissue samples, masses, or tumors.
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Comprehensive Cytology: Detailed, pathologist-reviewed cytology when in-house results are inconclusive.
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Advanced Hormone Testing: Comprehensive thyroid panels, Addison's/Cushing's testing, and endocrinology.
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Microbiology/Culture & Sensitivity: Specialized cultures to identify bacteria and determine the best antibiotic.
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Molecular Diagnostics (PCR): Highly sensitive testing for infectious diseases.
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Genetic Testing: Breed-specific screening or hereditary disease testing.
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Allergy Testing: Blood test (IgE) that identifies specific environmental triggers causing your pet’s itching, skin infections, or ear issues.
