Advanced Diagnostics For Pets
Onslow County Veterinary Diagnostic Lab.
Advanced In-House Veterinary Laboratory for Fast & Accurate Diagnostics Near Holly Ridge
Since pets can’t always communicate when something is wrong, laboratory testing plays a crucial role in diagnosing and managing health conditions. At Holly Ridge Veterinary Hospital, our state-of-the-art in-house laboratory allows us to quickly analyze blood, urine, and tissue samples, providing fast and accurate results to guide the best course of treatment for your pet.
By combining advanced lab testing with thorough physical exams and clinical findings, our veterinary team can detect underlying diseases, monitor ongoing conditions, and catch potential health issues before symptoms appear—leading to earlier intervention and better outcomes for your pet.
Why Lab Testing Is Important for Your Pet
Why Lab Testing Is Important for Your Pet
- Early Disease Detection – Routine blood work can identify trends and spot diseases before symptoms appear, allowing for proactive treatment.
- Assessing Internal Organ Function – Blood tests help evaluate liver, kidney, and pancreatic health, ensuring proper function and guiding treatment for chronic conditions.
- Diagnosing Infections & Illnesses – Lab tests can confirm bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, helping us choose the most effective treatment.
- Managing Chronic Conditions – Regular lab work allows us to monitor diseases like diabetes, kidney disease, and thyroid imbalances to ensure treatment is working.
- Evaluating Blood Disorders – Blood tests can detect anemia, clotting disorders, and immune system issues that may affect your pet’s health.
- Identifying Gastrointestinal Issues – Testing stool and blood samples can help diagnose digestive conditions, parasitic infections, and food sensitivities.
- Monitoring Medication Effects – If your pet is on long-term medication, lab work helps ensure safe and effective dosing without harming organ function.
- Safe Anesthesia Planning – Before surgery, pre-anesthetic blood tests assess overall health and organ function, helping us customize anesthesia for a safer procedure.
Comprehensive Diagnostic Testing for Your Pet’s Health
At Holly Ridge Veterinary Hospital, we offer a wide range of in-house and reference laboratory tests to quickly and accurately assess your pet’s health. These diagnostic tools allow us to detect illness, monitor ongoing conditions, and create personalized treatment plans for your pet’s specific needs.
Here are some of the key diagnostic tests we perform and how they help keep your pet healthy:
- Complete Blood Counts (CBCs) – Evaluates red and white blood cell levels, platelet count, and overall immune response. CBCs help diagnose anemia, infections, inflammation, and clotting disorders.
- Blood Chemistry Panel – Measures organ function, glucose levels, and protein balance, providing insight into kidney, liver, and pancreatic health. This test is crucial for detecting metabolic diseases, diabetes, and organ dysfunction.
- Electrolyte Analysis – Checks for imbalances in sodium, potassium, and chloride levels, which can indicate dehydration, kidney disease, or adrenal disorders.
- Reference Laboratory Testing – For specialized diagnostics and more in-depth analysis, we partner with trusted reference labs to process hormone panels, advanced pathology tests, and infectious disease screenings.
- Sedivue In-House Urine Analyzer – Provides rapid and detailed urinalysis, helping detect urinary tract infections (UTIs), kidney disease, diabetes, and bladder stones.
- SNAP Testing (Rapid Diagnostic Tests) – Quick, in-house tests that screen for common diseases such as heartworm, Lyme disease, parvovirus, feline leukemia (FeLV), and pancreatitis—with results in minutes.
Why Advanced Diagnostics Matter
Having these cutting-edge tests available in-house means we can get faster answers, start treatment sooner, and monitor your pet’s health more effectively. Early detection can prevent minor issues from becoming major health concerns and improve your pet’s quality of life and longevity.
If your pet is due for routine lab work or showing signs of illness, don’t wait—call us today to schedule an appointment and ensure your pet gets the care they need!
Holly Ridge Veterinary Hospital
324 US Hwy 17 N
Holly Ridge, North Carolina 28445
Phone: (910) 803-2190
Fax: (910) 210-0026
Email: info@hollyridgevetcare.com
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