Pet Laboratory Services
Pet Laboratory Services in Westwood & Pompton Lakes, New Jersey
It’s easy to cuddle up with our pets on the couch or play with them at the park. It’s not so easy, however, to know what to do when something is wrong, especially when you can’t ask your pet. That’s when you need to turn veterinarians like those at Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital. Located in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, NJ, our team has served the Tri-State area for years. We offer diagnostic care, including pet laboratory services, to help pet owners get answers about their pet’s health when they need them most.
What Are Pet Laboratories?
Pet laboratories perform diagnostic tests to identify medical conditions in animals. As with humans, pets are likely to deal with sickness or disease at some point in their lives. When people have symptoms, it’s usually easy to explain the problem to doctors. However, because pets can’t communicate their feelings as well, pet owners and veterinarians may have a harder time understanding the problem. That’s why pet diagnostics are so important. They allow a comprehensive analysis of important medical concerns. Whether they are used to determine the root of the issue or help rule out serious conditions, pet diagnostics are crucial for your pet’s short- and long-term health.
Laboratory Services We Provide
When you bring your pet to Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital, you can expect our team will give your pet the care and attention it deserves. Whether your pet is showing signs of an injury or condition or not, our routine wellness exams include an in-depth evaluation of their overall health. If we suspect something needs further attention, laboratory services may be necessary. These include:
Blood and Urine Tests
Our diagnostic lab can run tests on your pet’s blood or urine to check for problems. These tests allow our team to find problems in the kidney, liver, pancreas, and endocrine system. If something is found or seems concerning, we can recommend further testing to get a clearer picture.
Emergency Testing
If your pet needs emergency care, our team offers emergency testing for animals requiring immediate lab work. This will help us determine what caused the problem and allow us to formulate a solution as quickly as possible.
Why Are Pet Laboratory Services So Crucial?
In many cases, if dogs, cats, or other pets are dealing with an ailment, a veterinarian will be able to identify it and talk pet owners through the treatment options quickly and easily. However, this is not the case with all conditions. Some conditions can be very serious. The veterinarian may order laboratory testing to see if the symptoms line up with these conditions.
Laboratory services are also helpful when your pet is feeling well because they can establish a baseline for their health. In this way, veterinarians can notice changes that might otherwise have gone unnoticed. They can also help veterinarians know which medications to prescribe and which may be unsafe for your pet.
Conditions a test may help identify are:
- Heart diseases
- Kidney, liver, and bladder problems
- Blood sugar levels
- Causes of inflammation
- Blood cell count
- Glucose levels
- Sodium levels
- Urinary tract disease
Having a veterinary lab run diagnostic testing is one of the easiest ways to help ensure your pets are getting the care they need. If something is wrong, it will allow your veterinarian to know just what the problem is and figure out the best course for treatment. If the tests come back negative, the veterinarian will reevaluate the situation and determine whether any further testing is needed.
Reach Out to Our Veterinary Team Today
Whether you suspect your pet may have a disease or just want to help ensure their long-term health, pet laboratory services might be the answer. At Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital, we help pet owners in the Westwood and Pompton Lakes, NJ, area with dedicated, passionate care. We offer a professional and friendly atmosphere that makes it easy for pets to feel at home.
We offer specialized care options and have a wide range of veterinary services. We even allow owners to call day or night to check in on their pets; we keep experienced technicians on staff 24 hours a day for animals that must stay overnight. If you’re interested in our services or would like to schedule an appointment, contact us today.
Service Available At:
Westwood
- 346 Kinderkamack Rd.
Westwood, NJ 07675 - 201-885-5040
- Monday to Sunday: 9 AM to 10 PM
Pompton
- 9 Cannonball Rd. Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
- 973-835-4774
- Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 8 PM
Friday: 12 PM – 9 PMSaturday: 10 AM – 2 PMSunday: Closed