Diagnostics Tests
Early detection is key to keeping your pet healthy. Our diagnostic services help identify health concerns quickly and accurately.
We offer:
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Lump Checks – A thorough examination to assess any new or existing lumps, determining if further testing is needed.
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Blood Tests – Providing insight into organ function, immune health, and potential underlying conditions.
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Urinalysis – Evaluating kidney health, detecting infections, and identifying metabolic disorders.
These tests allow us to create the best treatment plan for your pet’s well-being.
Lump Checks
Lumps on pets are more common in older pets, however, younger animals can sometimes get them as well. They are often harmless, but sometimes they are a sign that something may be wrong. Don’t ignore lumps that you find on your pet. It is recommended that you check your pet’s body on a regular basis. This will allow you to become more familiar with what’s normal, and recognise any changes that occur.
Blood Test
Each year at your pet’s annual check-up, we may recommend getting a blood test.
Health issues can develop silently—if only pets could tell us! Early detection is key to treatment. Blood tests are vital because:
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Pets, like humans, develop more health issues with age.
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Dogs age faster, making annual tests crucial for catching problems early.
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Before anesthesia, checking haemoglobin, kidney, and liver function ensures safety.
Just like in humans, blood tests provide invaluable health insights for your pet.
Urinalysis
Urinalysis is a routine test that reports the physical and chemical properties of urine. It is used mainly to assess the health of the kidneys and urinary system, but it can also reveal problems in other organ systems, and is important for diagnosing metabolic disease such as diabetes mellitus. It is a valuable test in both healthy and sick animals and should be included in any comprehensive evaluation of a pet's health.