Diagnostics

Could an undetected illness or injury be plaguing your pet?

When humans get sick or hurt, they go to the doctor, describe their symptoms and receive the appropriate care. With pets, things aren’t always this straightforward. Because animals can’t speak, they can’t always let us know when something is bothering them. 

What’s more, many animals are able to mask the signs of illness, allowing it to develop and worsen undetected.

Veterinary diagnostics enable us to identify and treat health concerns in a timely manner. Faster diagnosis of illness and injury can dramatically improve the chances of a positive outcome.

Laboratory

Lakewood Animal Clinic’s on-site diagnostic laboratory makes it fast and efficient for us to run a wide variety of tests. In many cases, we can have the results we need in minutes. This means we can have a treatment strategy in place before you and your pet even leave the exam room. 

Imaging

When a checkup and lab work aren’t sufficient to achieve a diagnosis, we turn to advanced imaging technology, such as x-rays and ultrasound. These tools allow us to examine the bones and internal organs, identifying injuries, diagnosing illness and determining its severity. 

Images can be assessed by our doctors in real-time or shared electronically with specialists if necessary.

If your pet has been acting a bit out of sorts lately, don’t take chances. Contact Lakewood Animal Clinic right away. We’ll get to the bottom of the problem and get your furry friend back on the path to good health again.