Diagnostics
At Mascot Animal Hospital, diagnostics are about finding answers with care and clarity. These services help us understand what’s happening inside your pet’s body so decisions are based on facts, not guesswork.
Start Here: Fast Answers When They Matter
In-House Laboratory Testing
When timely answers matter, having diagnostics available on-site helps keep care moving forward.
At Mascot Animal Hospital, our fully equipped in-house laboratory allows many tests to be completed during your visit.
• On-site analysis of blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples
• Faster results to support informed decisions
• Clear explanation of findings and recommended next steps
In-house lab testing helps streamline care and allows treatment plans to begin without unnecessary delays.
At Mascot Animal Hospital, our fully equipped in-house laboratory allows many tests to be completed during your visit.
• On-site analysis of blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples
• Faster results to support informed decisions
• Clear explanation of findings and recommended next steps
In-house lab testing helps streamline care and allows treatment plans to begin without unnecessary delays.
Radiology
X-rays help us see what cannot be felt during a physical exam.
• Imaging to evaluate fractures, joint concerns, or internal changes
• Clear review of images and findings with pet parents
• Guidance on next diagnostic or treatment steps
Radiology provides valuable insight for accurate diagnosis and care planning.
• Imaging to evaluate fractures, joint concerns, or internal changes
• Clear review of images and findings with pet parents
• Guidance on next diagnostic or treatment steps
Radiology provides valuable insight for accurate diagnosis and care planning.
SNAP Testing
SNAP tests provide rapid diagnostic screening when time matters.
• Quick testing for select infectious or medical conditions
• Immediate discussion of results
• Guidance on next steps if results are positive
Rapid testing allows care decisions to begin sooner.
• Quick testing for select infectious or medical conditions
• Immediate discussion of results
• Guidance on next steps if results are positive
Rapid testing allows care decisions to begin sooner.
Core Diagnostic Testing
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Blood work offers insight into overall health.
• Evaluation for infection, inflammation, or anemia
• Assessment of immune system response
• Clear explanation of results and what they indicate
CBC testing helps detect underlying issues that may not show outward signs.
• Evaluation for infection, inflammation, or anemia
• Assessment of immune system response
• Clear explanation of results and what they indicate
CBC testing helps detect underlying issues that may not show outward signs.
Biochemistry Testing
Biochemistry testing evaluates how organs are functioning.
• Measurement of key liver, kidney, and metabolic values
• Insight into internal balance and organ performance
• Discussion of results and next steps
Biochemistry testing supports diagnosis and ongoing monitoring.
• Measurement of key liver, kidney, and metabolic values
• Insight into internal balance and organ performance
• Discussion of results and next steps
Biochemistry testing supports diagnosis and ongoing monitoring.
Urinalysis
Urinalysis provides important information about kidney and urinary health.
• Assessment of kidney function and hydration
• Detection of urinary tract infections or metabolic changes
• Clear discussion of findings and care options
Urinalysis helps identify urinary and kidney issues early.
• Assessment of kidney function and hydration
• Detection of urinary tract infections or metabolic changes
• Clear discussion of findings and care options
Urinalysis helps identify urinary and kidney issues early.
Imaging and Visual Diagnostics
Ultrasonography
Ultrasound allows real-time evaluation of soft tissues and internal organs.
• Assessment of organs, soft tissues, and reproductive structures
• Discussion of findings during or after the scan
• Recommendations based on individual results
Ultrasound helps identify internal concerns without invasive procedures.
• Assessment of organs, soft tissues, and reproductive structures
• Discussion of findings during or after the scan
• Recommendations based on individual results
Ultrasound helps identify internal concerns without invasive procedures.
Tonometry
Eye pressure can affect comfort and vision.
• Gentle measurement of intraocular pressure
• Assessment for conditions such as glaucoma
• Explanation of results and eye care options
Early testing helps protect long-term eye health.
• Gentle measurement of intraocular pressure
• Assessment for conditions such as glaucoma
• Explanation of results and eye care options
Early testing helps protect long-term eye health.
Skin and Ear Diagnostics
Skin Scraping
Persistent itching or irritation often needs a closer look.
• Collection of skin samples to identify parasites or infections
• Microscopic evaluation of underlying causes
• Guidance on next steps based on findings
Skin scraping helps pinpoint causes so treatment is more effective.
• Collection of skin samples to identify parasites or infections
• Microscopic evaluation of underlying causes
• Guidance on next steps based on findings
Skin scraping helps pinpoint causes so treatment is more effective.
Cytology
Skin and ear concerns often require microscopic evaluation.
• Sample collection from affected skin or ear areas
• Identification of bacteria, yeast, mites, or inflammation
• Targeted treatment guidance based on results
Cytology allows faster, more precise treatment.
• Sample collection from affected skin or ear areas
• Identification of bacteria, yeast, mites, or inflammation
• Targeted treatment guidance based on results
Cytology allows faster, more precise treatment.
Dermatology Diagnostics
Ongoing skin issues can affect comfort, sleep, and daily life.
• Cytology and tape testing for infection or parasites
• Biopsy or allergy testing when indicated
• Long-term skin management guidance
Accurate diagnostics help reduce chronic irritation and improve skin health.
• Cytology and tape testing for infection or parasites
• Biopsy or allergy testing when indicated
• Long-term skin management guidance
Accurate diagnostics help reduce chronic irritation and improve skin health.
Age and Hormone-Related Testing
Lactate Testing
Lactate levels reflect tissue oxygenation and metabolic status.
• Measurement of blood lactate levels
• Assessment of circulation and illness severity
• Discussion of urgency and care direction
This test helps guide critical care decisions.
• Measurement of blood lactate levels
• Assessment of circulation and illness severity
• Discussion of urgency and care direction
This test helps guide critical care decisions.
Clotting Factor Diagnostics
Some conditions affect how blood clots.
• Evaluation of clotting ability when bleeding risks are present
• Testing before certain procedures when needed
• Guidance on precautions and care planning
Clotting diagnostics help keep pets safer during treatment.
• Evaluation of clotting ability when bleeding risks are present
• Testing before certain procedures when needed
• Guidance on precautions and care planning
Clotting diagnostics help keep pets safer during treatment.
Cardiology Diagnostics
Heart health affects breathing, energy, and circulation.
• Echocardiography to assess heart structure and blood flow
• 12-lead ECG analysis
• Blood pressure monitoring and radiograph review
Cardiology diagnostics help identify heart conditions early.
• Echocardiography to assess heart structure and blood flow
• 12-lead ECG analysis
• Blood pressure monitoring and radiograph review
Cardiology diagnostics help identify heart conditions early.
When something doesn’t feel right,
having answers brings relief.
At Mascot Animal Hospital, we explain results clearly, talk through options, and guide next steps with care.
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