Service Overview
When your pet is sick, injured, or showing changes in behavior, lab testing can help our veterinary team better understand what is happening inside the body. At Townsgate Pet Hospital, our in-house diagnostic laboratory allows us to perform many common tests for dogs and cats in Westlake Village, CA.
Clinical Care Highlights
- • Blood tests including complete blood counts, chemistry panels, blood gas, thyroid and glucose screens.
- • Urine tests (urinalysis) to evaluate kidney function, hydration, and check for urinary infections or crystals.
- • Fecal testing to detect intestinal parasites like hookworms, whipworms, tapeworms, and roundworms.
- • Cytology for diagnosing ear, skin, and mass infections, yeast overgrowth, or specific skin lesions.
Key Health Benefits
- ✓ Identifies underlying organ dysfunctions, infections, or inflammation early
- ✓ Supplies critical safety answers prior to surgical anesthesia and procedures
- ✓ Reduces turnaround times with on-site, in-house analytical veterinary equipment
- ✓ Facilitates precise, timely medical treatment plans tailored to actual lab findings
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would my pet need lab testing?
Lab testing can help evaluate illness, infection, organ function, parasites, urinary problems, skin issues, and overall health. It may also be recommended before anesthesia or surgery.
Schedule a Consultation at Townsgate Pet Hospital
Call our desk or request an online appointment in Westlake Village, CA.