Bloodwork Screening and Assessment
Bloodwork Screening and Assessment
Our patients cannot talk to us to explain how they feel, so laboratory testing through Bloodwork Screening and Assessment gives us very valuable insight. Just like in human medicine, blood work allows our veterinary team to look beneath the surface and get a clear picture of what is happening inside your pet’s body — even before visible symptoms appear. This makes routine blood work an incredibly powerful tool not just for diagnosing illness, but for catching problems early when they are far easier and less costly to treat.
Many chronic health conditions can be quickly and effectively diagnosed this way. Some diseases that we commonly diagnose using blood work screenings are hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, bladder infections and inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and different types of infectious diseases. We use the wonderful folks at Antech for all of our needs. Antech is one of the most trusted names in veterinary diagnostics, and their comprehensive testing panels give our team the detailed, accurate results we need to make confident, informed decisions about your pet’s care.
Routine bloodwork is also an essential part of preventive wellness care. We recommend baseline blood panels for pets at an early age so that we have a reference point for what is normal for your individual animal. As pets age, annual or bi-annual screenings become even more important, as senior pets are at a significantly higher risk for many of the conditions listed above. Catching subtle changes in blood values over time allows us to intervene early, adjust diet, or begin treatment before a condition becomes serious.
In critical patients, we have the ability to perform many of these Bloodwork Screening and Assessment tests within the hospital itself. This can allow for the correct treatments to be started as soon as possible, which can mean the difference between life and death! Our in-house diagnostic equipment means we are not waiting hours or days for results — in urgent situations, we can have answers in minutes, giving your pet the best possible chance at a fast and full recovery.
Whether your pet is due for a routine wellness visit, showing signs of illness, or requires emergency care, blood work is often one of the first and most important steps in understanding their health. We are committed to providing thorough, compassionate care for every patient that walks through our doors.
Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.
