Other Diagnostic Testing

Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital understands the need for fast and accurate diagnoses. The sooner we know exactly what’s going on, the more likely it is we can implement a successful treatment plan.

At Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital, prompt and accurate diagnoses are crucial for effective treatment. Our in-house lab offers a range of tests to quickly determine your pet's health status:

Blood Chemistry Panel: Measures electrolytes, enzymes, and other elements to assess organ health.
Complete Blood Count (CBC): Analyzes red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Urinalysis: Evaluates kidney function and detects infections or diseases from a urine sample.
Pancreatic Screening: The cPL test identifies pancreatitis.
Feline Leukemia Screening: Detects this highly contagious virus affecting cats' immune systems; vaccination may be recommended if negative.
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Screening: Identifies this contagious virus; while there is no cure, supportive care can improve quality of life.
Blood Smear: Helps detect infections, autoimmune diseases, anemia, platelet disorders, toxic or cancerous cells, and blood parasites.
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology: Samples tumors or lumps for analysis under a microscope to check for cancer, infection, or other issues.
Flea and Tick Disease Screening: Identifies diseases carried by these common pests.
Intestinal Parasite Screening: Detects and helps treat worms to maintain your pet's health.