Our veterinarians in Upland can offer in-house labs for your pet.
Blood tests are an essential part of diagnosing what is ailing your pet, just as they are in human medicine. Blood tests can tell the veterinarian a myriad of things, from whether your pet is dehydrated to whether he or she has anemia to whether they are suffering from organ failure.
Common Blood Tests Used by Veterinarians
Red Blood Cells
Red blood cells are used to determine a number of factors. The packed red blood cell count can detect a condition called polycythemia. A high count indicates dehydration, while a low count can be an indicator of anemia.
The hemoglobin concentration test measures the oxygen-carrying capacity of your pet's blood, and the red blood cell count can tell your vet how well their body is functioning.
White Blood Cells
Testing the white blood cells is equally useful. A high white blood cell count is indicative of infection, whereas a low white blood cell count can mean a weakened immune system.
Comprehensive Chemistry
The chemistry test will give us a quick understanding of the how well the major organ systems are functioning at that particular point of time.
Benefits of In-House Diagnostics and Bloodwork
When your pet is sick, you don't want to wait days to get the results of blood tests and start his or her treatment.
Our in-house diagnostic lab decreases the time and energy necessary to get your pet the blood tests he or she needs. Plus, you'll get the results much more quickly than if you use an outside lab. Often times, we need results immediately to treat an emergency or prior to emergency surgery.
Having a sick pet can be a scary thing. After all, they are part of the family. Mountain View Veterinary Hospital wants to ease some of your anxiety and get your pet on the road to wellness quickly. That's why we've invested in an in-house diagnostic lab.