Why An In-House Laboratory Is So Important
Routine lab work is an essential part of your pet’s care. Blood tests, urinalysis, and fecal testing aren’t just for when your pet seems sick—they’re also critical for early detection of hidden health issues. Regular screenings help us establish baselines for your pet’s health, catch problems before symptoms appear, and guide proactive care plans.
Here's how our in-house lab works for you:
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Faster Results
No waiting days for an outside lab—most results are ready during your visit.
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More Accurate Diagnoses
Immediate access to detailed lab reports allows us to act quickly and confidently.
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Seamless Care
By keeping everything in-house, you save time, avoid extra trips, and get faster peace of mind.
Advanced Tests We Offer
Our in-house laboratory can perform many important tests that play a key role in your pet’s health, including:
From routine panels to more specialized chemistries, blood tests provide a wealth of information about your pet’s internal health. Here are some blood tests we offer:
Complete Blood Count (CBC): This test evaluates red and white blood cells and platelets, helping us detect infections, anemia, and immune system issues.
Chemistry Profiles: These panels analyze organ function and provide critical data on your pet’s liver, kidneys, and pancreas. They also help monitor electrolyte levels and metabolic health.
Cortisol Levels: This test is vital for diagnosing conditions like Cushing’s disease or Addison’s disease.
Progesterone Testing: Important for monitoring reproductive health, progesterone testing helps guide breeding.
Thyroid Levels: Whether too high or too low, we can identify thyroid hormone imbalances that can impact your pet’s overall well-being.
Cardiopet ProBNP: A highly specialized blood test, this test screens for heart issues, which is especially important in breeds prone to heart disease.
A simple urine test can reveal a lot about your pet’s health, from urinary tract infections to early signs of kidney disease. Regular urinalysis is particularly important for older pets or those with underlying conditions like diabetes or chronic renal failure.
Fecal testing isn’t just for gastrointestinal symptoms—it’s an essential part of annual preventive care. By analyzing stool samples, we can detect parasites like worms, Giardia, and coccidia that might otherwise go unnoticed.
Countryside Animal Clinic offers electrocardiogram (ECG) testing to assess your pet's heart health. This non-invasive procedure records the heart's electrical activity, aiding in the diagnosis of arrhythmias, heart enlargement, and evaluating the effects of certain medications. ECG testing is particularly useful when a heart rhythm issue is suspected or during anesthesia to monitor cardiac function.
Countryside Animal Clinic in Beverly Hills, FL, provides echocardiogram (ultrasound) testing to evaluate heart health in pets. This non-invasive procedure uses sound waves to create real-time images of the heart, allowing veterinarians to assess its structure and function. Echocardiograms are particularly useful for diagnosing conditions such as heart murmurs, arrhythmias, and other cardiac abnormalities.
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Cutting-Edge Technology
As part of our commitment to staying at the forefront of veterinary medicine to ensure we provide your pet with nothing but the best, we’ve invested in the latest technology: VETSCAN IMAGYST. This artificial intelligence-powered technology allows us to rapidly evaluate blood smears, fecal specimens, and skin and ear samples and diagnose problems. As part of this feature, we can also take advantage of fast and easy digital access to clinical pathologists, with a turnaround time of just 2 hours to ensure timely and accurate results.
