Laboratory testing helps reveal health changes that may not be visible during a physical examination.
On-site bloodwork, urinalysis and cytology
Same-day results for some routine tests
Wellness and pre-anesthetic screening
Doctor-led interpretation and follow-up

Lab work may be recommended when your pet seems unwell or as part of preventive care. The doctor selects tests based on the examination, medical history and questions that need answering.
Changes in appetite or unexplained weight loss
Increased thirst or changes in urination
Vomiting, diarrhea or reduced energy
Routine wellness or senior health screening
Assessment before anesthesia or surgery
Monitoring an existing condition or medication
Follow-up of previously abnormal results
Results are interpreted alongside your pet’s examination.
Normal lab work does not rule out every illness, and additional investigation may still be needed.
Blood tests provide information about blood cells, organ-related markers and your pet’s internal chemical balance. They can help investigate symptoms, establish baseline values or monitor changes during treatment.
Your doctor chooses the appropriate panel and explains what the findings mean. An abnormal result does not always establish a diagnosis on its own.
Complete blood count: red cells, white cells and platelets
Chemistry panels: kidney and liver-related markers
Blood glucose and electrolyte measurements
Pre-anesthetic and ongoing health monitoring
Urine and stool samples answer different questions about your pet’s health. Urinalysis helps assess urine concentration and look for changes such as blood, crystals or signs of inflammation.
Fecal testing checks for intestinal parasites.
These tests may complement bloodwork or investigate specific symptoms. The team will explain whether a sample is needed and how it should be collected.
Urine concentration and chemical analysis
Microscopic examination of urine sediment
Fecal screening for intestinal parasites
Cytology involves examining cells under a microscope. Samples from selected lumps, skin or other affected areas may help investigate inflammation, infection or abnormal cell populations.
Some findings require further testing before a diagnosis can be made. When necessary, samples can be sent to an outside laboratory for specialized analysis or additional interpretation.
Microscopic evaluation of collected cell samples
Assessment of selected lumps or skin concerns
Access to specialized reference-laboratory testing



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