Precision Diagnostics for Better Pet Care
Pets cannot tell you what hurts. Without diagnostic testing, countless conditions may go undetected. South Kendall Animal Hospital utilizes a wide range of diagnostic services to most accurately diagnose your pet’s complete health. Highly trained Certified Veterinary Technicians work in the lab on a daily basis to quickly and accurately analyze and return test results. Faster diagnoses allows treatment to begin sooner! We commonly perform bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, skin scrapings, and much more!
Bloodwork
Bloodwork is a preventative tool that aids in diagnosis prior to outward symptoms. By pinpointing areas of concern, our skilled team is able to protect your pet from life-threatening conditions. We test for a wide range of abnormalities ranging from parasite testing to in-depth organ functioning.
At South Kendall Animal Hospital, we recommend bloodwork during annual exams to compare current health to established baseline values. Along with preventative care, blood is tested during emergency situations, prior to anesthesia administration, and to monitor certain medications.
Fecal Analysis
Intestinal parasites can wreak havoc on your pet’s insides, but are easily treated if diagnosed early. Roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, coccidia, and giardia commonly infect puppies and kittens, but adult dogs and cats can also be infected. Many parasites are transmissible to humans! Protect your entire family.
We recommend twice annual fecal exams to ensure your pet is safe from parasite infestation.
Digital Radiography
Digital radiography instantly captures images of your pet’s insides. X-Rays are invaluable as they produce instant results, clear images, and are easily shared with you and specialists. At South Kendall Animal Hospital, our digital radiology services are safe, painless, and non-invasive!
X-Rays can detect a wide range of conditions such as tumors, foreign objects, intestinal blockages, bladder stones, bone fractures, chronic arthritis, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, spinal cord diseases, cancer, and more.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound lets us take a look inside your pet without any surgery or stress. It helps us see organs like the liver, kidneys, bladder, and more, so we can quickly find the cause of illness or pain. If your pet needs an abdominal ultrasound, we can bring a board-certified specialist right to our hospital to perform it. This means your pet gets expert care and fast answers without ever leaving the place they already know and trust.
Urinalysis
By testing a pet’s urine, we are able to identify disorders such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes. If results are abnormal, follow-up testing may be necessary.
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Our pets can develop and suffer from the same heart conditions as we can. We use advanced EKG technology to monitor heart rhythms and impulses to ensure your pet’s heart is functioning properly. If you notice coughing, labored breathing, lethargy, or weakness, give us a call.
This diagnostic test is pain-free, non-invasive, and does not require anesthesia! One of our trained veterinary professionals will gently lay your pet on their side and place electrodes on specific areas of the body. This process only takes a few minutes and we will be able to quickly review the results with you.
Skin Impression Smears/Ear Cytology
Common testing used to identify the presence of bacteria and/or yeast, which are often associated with skin and ear infections. Affordable and rapidly analyzed, these tests are essential to providing timely, responsible, and appropriate treatment for your pet.
