In-House Laboratory
All Creatures Animal Clinic offers in-house laboratory testing.
This means various pet diagnostic tests can be done based on fluids and fecal matter
collected at home or the clinic, and they will not need to be shipped to another lab.
This quick and accurate process can help prevent and treat diseases and conditions.
In-House Laboratory
All Creatures Animal Clinic offers in-house laboratory testing.
This means various pet diagnostic tests can be done based on fluids and fecal matter collected at
home or the clinic, and they will not need to be shipped to another lab.
This quick and accurate process can help prevent and treat diseases and conditions.
Types of In-House Testing
Blood, stool, and urine tests are common forms of animal laboratory testing. These tests offer essential information about the health of your pet. Agreeing to in-house laboratory testing at the first sign of symptoms can help prevent severe or chronic health conditions.
Blood Tests
Testing blood can offer a wide variety of important information to your veterinarian. A complete blood count (CBC) can give insights into your pet’s blood clotting ability, immune system health, hydration status, and whether or not they have anemia or various forms of infection.
Blood work can also measure levels of enzymes, electrolytes, and other bodily substances. Some of the levels measured by blood testing include:
- Basophils
- Amylase
- Alkaline phosphatase
- Calcium
- Cholesterol
- Glucose
- Sodium
This information can help your veterinarian determine which organs need extra support.
Additionally, we perform thyroid and heartworm blood testing.
Stool Tests
Stool samples can tell a lot about an animal’s health. They can be collected at home or in-clinic. By looking at the fecal matter through a microscope, your veterinarian can locate potential parasites such as hookworms, tapeworms, or roundworms. Infections, stones, and kidney functioning can all be analyzed in a stool sample.
Urine Tests
Analyzing your pet’s urine can help your veterinarian detect urinary tract diseases. Signs of UTIs include:
- Accidents in the house
- Foul-smelling urine
- Straining to urinate
- Frequent
- Minor episodes of urination
- Blood in the urine
All Creatures Animal Clinic’s In-House Laboratory
Is your pet experiencing troublesome symptoms? Don’t wait for it to get worse! All Creatures Animal Clinic offers in-house laboratory blood, stool, and urine testing. The process is quick and accurate, meaning your pet can be treated faster. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!
All Creatures Animal Clinic cares for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits, livestock, exotic animals, and more. We provide avian care, exotic pet care, pet wellness care, pet vaccinations, spay and neuter, and pet surgery for clients in Jasper, Walker County, Union Chapel, Saragossa, and Curry. Contact us for more info.
