Diagnostic testing helps determine the nature of your pet's disease.  Our veterinarians will recommend any number of tests based upon the age, physical exam and medical history of your pet.

Blood Chemistry helps to identify disease-related proteins and enzymes such as Albumin, Amylase and  Alkaline Phosphatase which can indicate intestinal, pancreatic or liver disease, respectively.  Blood testing can also detect Blood Urea Nitrogen and elevated levels of Calcium, Cholesterol, Blood Glucose, Creatinine and Phosphorus.  Diseases such as diabetes and certain infections and tumors can also be detected by taking a closer look at your pet's  Blood Chemistry.    

Electrolytes (Sodium, Potassium and Chloride), in proper balance, are vital to your pet's health.  Electrolyte tests are important in evaluating  life threatening conditions such as vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration and cardiac (heart) symptoms.  

Hematology provides crucial information about the structure and function of your pet's blood.   Our veterinarians may suggest a Hematocrit, Complete Blood Count or a Morphologic Inspection to determine the presence of  abnormalities ranging from anemia to  leukemia.

Urinalysis focuses on the by-products of many vital organs, which can be found in your pet's urine.  Our veterinarians can diagnose diabetes, liver and kidney disease through this type of testing.

An Electrocardiogram detects heart rate and electrical rhythm.  Any abnormalities can be a risk to pets undergoing anesthesia.  Our veterinarians may suggest this diagnostic test, especially if your pet faces surgery.

A Serum Thyroid Hormone test measures the level of thyroid hormone circulating in your pet's blood.  Hyperthyroidism occurs primarily in adult to geriatric-aged cats.  Once again, our veterinarians may suggest this test if your pet faces surgery, as unrecognized Hyperthyroidism can cause serious complications to pets placed under anesthesia.