In-House Pet Diagnostics in North Surrey
Getting answers quickly is often the difference between worry and a plan. Our in-house pet diagnostics in North Surrey are built so most dogs and cats leave with a clear next step in one visit, not two or three. Digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, in-house bloodwork, cytology, and an oxygen chamber all live under one roof at our Fraser Heights clinic. Dr. Gunam Iyathurai and the team review most results the same day. Call (604) 359-6464 to book a diagnostic visit.
Digital X-Ray and Dental X-Ray
Digital X-ray is the workhorse imaging tool for dogs and cats, used for everything from lameness work-ups and bone imaging to chest and abdominal evaluation. Dental X-ray, on a separate dedicated unit, shows the area below the gumline where most dental concerns hide. Both produce images we can review with you on-screen at the visit. Imaging is paired with a focused exam and, where useful, a radiology consult with our partner specialists.
Ultrasound: Abdominal, FAST, and Cardiac
Ultrasound complements X-ray when soft tissue imaging is the right tool. Abdominal scans evaluate the liver, kidneys, bladder, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, and adrenal glands. FAST exams in urgent cases assess for fluid in the chest or abdomen quickly. Cardiac ultrasound supports the work-up of suspected heart disease. Doppler imaging adds blood flow assessment when it's helpful. Most ultrasound studies are run by our team in-house at the Fraser Heights clinic.
Endoscopy for Internal Investigation
Endoscopy lets us look directly into the upper gastrointestinal tract, the airways, or the urinary tract of dogs and cats without surgery. It's particularly useful for chronic vomiting, swallowing difficulty, suspected foreign body retrieval, and biopsy of unclear gastrointestinal change. Endoscopy is done under anaesthesia with full monitoring. Findings are reviewed with you the same day where possible, and biopsy samples are sent to outside pathology with results in a few days.
In-House Bloodwork and Cytology
Our in-house laboratory runs common chemistry panels, complete blood counts, electrolytes, and SNAP tests for tick-borne illness, heartworm, parvo, and feline diseases. Cytology, the microscopic evaluation of cells from skin masses, ear discharge, or abdominal fluid, is also run on-site for many cases. Same-day results mean treatment can start the same day for many concerns. Specialised panels go to outside laboratories and take longer.
Oxygen Chamber and Supportive Care
Our oxygen chamber supports dogs and cats experiencing hypoxia from respiratory or cardiac concerns. It's a tool that's uncommon in a general practice clinic and lets us stabilise patients while we work up the underlying cause. Oxygen support is paired with monitoring, fluid therapy where indicated, and a clear conversation about next steps, whether that's ongoing in-clinic care, a specialist referral, or transfer to a 24-hour facility outside our hours.
FAQ's
Do you do ultrasound on dogs and cats in-house?
Yes. Abdominal, FAST, and cardiac ultrasound are run by our team in-house at the Fraser Heights clinic. Most studies are reviewed with you at the visit. Doppler imaging is available when soft tissue blood flow assessment is helpful.
How fast do bloodwork results come back?
Common chemistry panels, CBCs, and SNAP tests are run in-house with same-day results for most cases. Specialised panels are sent to outside laboratories and typically take a few days. We confirm the timeline at booking.
When is endoscopy the right tool?
Endoscopy is useful for chronic vomiting, swallowing concerns, suspected gastrointestinal foreign bodies, and biopsy of unclear gastrointestinal change. It's done under anaesthesia with full monitoring. We discuss whether endoscopy is the right next step at the consult.
What's an oxygen chamber used for?
An oxygen chamber supports dogs and cats experiencing hypoxia from respiratory or cardiac concerns. It lets us stabilise patients while we work up the underlying cause. It's uncommon in a general practice clinic and a real differentiator for in-house diagnostics.
Book a diagnostic visit at Ridgeview Animal Hospital in Fraser Heights and let us work up your dog or cat's concern in one visit. Call (604) 359-6464 or book online. We share imaging and results with you on the day where we can.