A Few Common Lab Tests Explained
The routine physical exam is one of the most important aspects of your pet's care, because it gives the doctor a baseline level of information about what's normal for your pet. This information is critical for everything from making sure we don't vaccinate your pet when he's sick, to being able to spot the early warning signs of serious illness, like cancer or hyperthyroidism.
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- 4Dx Test (Heartworm, Lyme Disease, Ehrlichia, Anaplasmosis Test), sometimes called a "Snap Test"
- Ear Cytology or Ear Mite Slide
- FLV/FIV (Feline Leukemia Virus / Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) Test, sometimes called a "Snap Test"
- Fecal Flotation, sometimes just called a "Fecal"
- Pre-Operative, Monitoring, or Well Geriatric Bloodwork
- Urinalysis
