X-rays:

An important tool to help us diagnose diseases in animals, particularly for conditions involving bones, the chest or abdomen.

Ultrasounds:

Important in diagnosing diseases in animals, particularly for conditions involving soft tissues, such as those found in the abdomen or the heart.

Commonly used for:

• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Possible tumours or cancers in the abdomen
• To look for internal fluid or bleeding in the abdomen or thorax
• To search for possible blockages
• To assess the state of vital internal organs such as the intestines, spleen, pancreas, liver and kidneys
• To assess bladder health or crystals in the bladder
• Pregnancy diagnosis and foetal heart rates

Clinical pathology:

Is the laboratory evaluation of blood, bodily fluids or body tissues to identify disease. 
    
Commonly used for:

• Blood chemistries
• Complete blood counts
• Blood clotting times
• Urinalysis
• Biopsy examination
• Cultures
• Infectious disease testing
• Skin conditions