In-House Laboratory Diagnostics with Rapid Results
Laboratory testing provides crucial information that physical examinations alone cannot reveal. Our in-house lab processes complete blood counts, chemistry panels, urinalysis, parasite screens, and infectious disease tests with rapid turnaround times.
For sick patients, fast results mean faster treatment decisions and significantly better outcomes overall. We also send specialized samples to reference laboratories for cultures, biopsies, and advanced testing when more sophisticated analysis becomes necessary.
- Same-day results for emergency bloodwork, urinalysis, and critical chemistry panel evaluations.
- Pre-anesthetic screening confirms organ function before surgical procedures or sedated diagnostics.
- Heartworm, tick-borne illness, feline leukemia, and FIV testing performed quickly within minutes here.
- Wellness screenings establish baselines that help identify subtle changes in future visits.
Frequently asked Questions
Lab work generates plenty of practical questions from pet owners, so the following answers cover fasting requirements, result turnaround times, and what comprehensive senior screening panels include.
Twelve hours of fasting is preferred for accurate chemistry and lipid panel results, though emergency testing proceeds regardless of recent food intake naturally.
Most in-house results are available within thirty minutes, while specialized tests sent to outside laboratories typically return within one to three business days.
Senior screenings include comprehensive bloodwork, thyroid testing, urinalysis, and blood pressure measurement to detect age-related diseases before clinical symptoms develop noticeably.