Diagnostics
Pet diagnostics are one of the most important aspects of pet health, enabling your veterinarian to identify potential health concerns, diagnose conditions, and determine a treatment plan.
Diagnostics
Pet diagnostics are one of the most important aspects of pet health, enabling your veterinarian to identify potential health concerns, diagnose conditions, and determine a treatment plan.
In-House Laboratory
Heartwood Animal Hospital is equipped to meet your pet’s needs at all times. We have a fully-equipped in-house laboratory to process
any pet diagnostics tests that your pet requires for their health. We have an array of testing options available, including:
When needed, we are also able to send our pet diagnostics out to national labs for more comprehensive results.
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- Blood chemistry panel
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Electrolyte analysis
- Urinalysis and sediment evaluation
- Ear cytology and ear mite evaluation
- Cytology for Fine Needle Aspirate
- Fecal intestinal parasite testing
- Microscopic evaluation of skin scrapes
- Heartworm and tick borne disease combo test
- FELV/FIV/HW combo test
- Ability to send out countless specialized laboratory tests
X-Rays
At Heartwood Animal Hospital, we utilize a variety of incredible veterinary diagnostic tools, and one of our most valuable is x-ray imaging.
X-ray imaging is a simple, non-invasive way for us to visualize your pet internally and identify issues they have been having. This technology allows us to diagnose and treat your pet quickly and efficiently.
X-rays are not unique to veterinary medicine and have been utilized in human medicine for a long time. They have proven to be an indispensable diagnostic tool in both worlds. We use whole body x-rays for a variety of uses, including identifying health conditions and concerns, such as:
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X-rays are not unique to veterinary medicine and have been utilized in human medicine for a long time. They have proven to be an indispensable diagnostic tool in both worlds. We use whole body x-rays for a variety of uses, including identifying health conditions and concerns, such as:
- Dental Radiographs
- Broken bones
- Foreign bodies (ex. inedible objects that have been ingested)
- Masses, growths, and tumors
- Pregnancies
- Torn ligaments
- …and more
Ultrasound
Heartwood Animal Hospital is pleased to offer state-of-the-art ultrasound for pets in and around Youngsville. This technology allows for safe
, in-depth imaging of the abdomen and various internal organs, and can help us detect problems that X-ray imaging cannot.
Unlike X-ray, ultrasound does not use radiation. Instead, it involves transmitting high-frequency soundwaves through the body to create moving image in real time. Ultrasound helps us capture images of the internal organs in greater detail and determine their shape, size, texture and blood supply.
Things we can evaluate with cat and dog ultrasound include:
Following a physical exam and blood work, your veterinarian may recommend a cat or dog ultrasound if they have concerns about their condition. If we suspect your pet has fluid buildup in their abdomen or possible bladder stones, an ultrasound can help us detect those issues.
Dr. James Murray has attended special cat and dog ultrasound training outside of veterinary school. If needed, we can use telemedicine to submit the ultrasound images to specialists around the country for further review. We believe in using every resource available to ensure that your pet receives the best care. Furthermore, we want to get all of your questions answered and give you the peace of mind you deserve.
Schedule Appointment or learn more about ultrasound for pets by calling us today at (919) 570-9311. Read More
Unlike X-ray, ultrasound does not use radiation. Instead, it involves transmitting high-frequency soundwaves through the body to create moving image in real time. Ultrasound helps us capture images of the internal organs in greater detail and determine their shape, size, texture and blood supply.
Things we can evaluate with cat and dog ultrasound include:
- Pregnancies as early as 3 weeks after breeding date
- Liver and gall bladder
- Spleen
- Kidneys and urinary bladder
- Stomach and intestines
- Pancreas
- Lymph nodes
Dr. James Murray has attended special cat and dog ultrasound training outside of veterinary school. If needed, we can use telemedicine to submit the ultrasound images to specialists around the country for further review. We believe in using every resource available to ensure that your pet receives the best care. Furthermore, we want to get all of your questions answered and give you the peace of mind you deserve.
Schedule Appointment or learn more about ultrasound for pets by calling us today at (919) 570-9311. Read More