Diagnostics

At our animal clinic, we offer in-house blood testing services for pets to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions. In-house blood testing involves collecting a small sample of blood from your pet and analyzing it on-site using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment.

One of the significant benefits of in-house blood testing is the quick turnaround time for results. Since we perform the tests on-site, we can usually provide results within the same visit, allowing us to diagnose and treat your pet’s condition more promptly. This rapid turnaround time is especially crucial in emergency cases where immediate diagnosis and treatment are necessary.

In-house blood tests can provide valuable insights into your pet’s overall health, including organ function, blood cell counts, and metabolic markers. We can perform a variety of tests, including complete blood counts (CBCs), blood chemistry panels, and thyroid function tests. These tests help us detect diseases and medical conditions such as infections, anemia, liver and kidney disease, and diabetes.

In addition to providing accurate and timely diagnoses, in-house blood testing can also help us monitor your pet’s health over time. Regular blood tests can help us identify potential health issues before they become more severe, allowing us to take preventive measures to keep your pet healthy and happy.

Overall, in-house blood testing is an essential tool for providing comprehensive veterinary care for your pet. Our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff ensure that your pet receives accurate and timely diagnoses, allowing us to develop effective treatment plans and help your pet live their best life.

At our animal clinic, we are proud to offer digital radiography services for pets. Digital radiography, also known as digital X-rays, is a modern imaging technique that allows us to capture high-quality images of your pet’s internal organs and bones quickly and easily. This service is an important tool for diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions affecting pets.

One of the significant benefits of digital radiography is that it is non-invasive, meaning that it does not require any incisions or surgery. Instead, we simply position your pet in front of our digital X-ray machine and capture images that we can analyze in real time. This process is quick and painless, and it allows us to make a diagnosis more efficiently.

Another advantage of digital radiography is the high-quality images it produces. Digital radiography allows us to capture clear, detailed images of your pet’s internal structures that we can zoom in on and manipulate to get a better look. This high level of detail makes it easier for us to identify and diagnose medical conditions, such as broken bones, tumors, and other abnormalities.

Further, digital radiography is more environmentally friendly than traditional X-ray techniques, as it does not require the use of film or chemicals. This makes it a safer and more sustainable option for both pets and the environment.

Overall, digital radiography is an important diagnostic tool that allows us to quickly and accurately diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions in pets. Our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff ensure that your pet receives the best possible care, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.

At Ridgeview Animal Hospital, we offer diagnostic ultrasound imaging services for pets to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions. These imaging techniques use sound waves to create detailed images of your pet’s internal structures, allowing us to identify medical conditions and develop effective treatment plans.

Abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that allows us to create detailed images of your pet’s internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, bladder, and spleen. This process involves applying a gel to your pet’s abdomen and using a handheld device to capture images of the internal structures after shaving the fur in the abdomen. Abdominal ultrasound is often used to diagnose conditions such as liver disease, kidney disease, bladder stones, tumors, etc.

Echocardiograms are similar to abdominal ultrasounds, but they focus on capturing images of the heart. This non-invasive technique allows us to evaluate your pet’s heart function and diagnose conditions such as heart murmurs, valve disease, cardiac muscle disease and heart failure.

One of the significant benefits of both abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram is that they are non-invasive, and the internal organs/structures are visualised in real time. These imaging techniques are safe and painless for pets, and they allow us to diagnose medical conditions more efficiently.

In addition to providing accurate diagnoses, both abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram can also help us monitor your pet’s health over time. Regular imaging tests can help us identify potential health issues before they become more severe, allowing us to take preventive measures to keep your pet healthy and happy.

Overall, abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram are essential tools for providing comprehensive veterinary care for your pet. Our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff ensure that your pet receives accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans, allowing them to live their best life.