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Abdominal Radiograph (X-RAY)
WHAT IS AN ABDOMINAL RADIOGRAPH (X-RAY)? An abdominal radiograph (X-ray) is a procedure that allows your veterinarian to visualize tissue,... view

Chest Radiograph (X-RAY)
WHAT IS A THORACIC RADIOGRAPH? A thoracic (chest) radiograph (X-ray) is a procedure that allows your veterinarian to visualize tissues,... view

Ear Swab Examination In Dogs
WHAT IS AN EAR SWAB EXAMINATION? An ear swab examination is a test used to determine the cause of abnormal... view

Fecal Examination
WHAT IS A FECAL EXAMINATION? A fecal examination is the microscopic evaluation of feces. The test is indicated for pets... view

Heartworm Disease
Overview Canine heartworm disease is caused by the worm Dirofilaria immitis that lives in the blood vessels leading from the... view

The Importance Of A Urinalysis
WHAT IS A URINALYSIS? A urinalysis is a laboratory test of urine commonly referred to by medical professionals as a... view

Thyroid Test In Dogs
WHAT IS A THYROID TEST? A thyroid test is a blood test to evaluate the function of the thyroid gland.... view

Understanding Blood Work: The Biochemical Profile
BIOCHEMICAL PROFILE Blood work is a very important diagnostic tool that provides a significant amount of information about your pet’s... view

Understanding Blood Work: The Complete Blood Count (CBC)
CBC VALUES Blood work is a very important diagnostic tool that provides a significant amount of information about your pet’s... view