Laboratory testing serves as one of the most valuable diagnostic tools in veterinary medicine, providing critical insights into your pet's health that cannot be obtained through physical examination alone. When your pet is unwell or when we need to monitor ongoing health conditions, laboratory tests give us a window into the internal workings of their body, revealing information about organ function, infection, inflammation, and metabolic processes that guide our treatment decisions.

When Your Pet Needs Laboratory Testing

Laboratory testing may be recommended in various situations throughout your pet's life. During puppy and kitten visits, baseline testing helps establish normal values and screens for congenital conditions. Pre-surgical testing ensures your pet is healthy enough for anaesthesia and procedures. When pets are ill, laboratory testing helps identify the underlying cause and monitor treatment response.

These are extremely beneficial, as we often see senior dogs return to a more youthful state of being when blood tests identify an issue that can be easily treated. Senior pets particularly benefit from regular laboratory monitoring, as age-related changes can often be detected and managed before they become serious problems.

Emergency situations often require immediate laboratory testing to guide critical treatment decisions. Our in-house capabilities mean we can rapidly assess pets in crisis, potentially saving valuable time when every minute counts.