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In-House Laboratory

On-Site Testing for Quick Answers

In-House Laboratory

On-Site Testing for Quick Answers

Reliable and Accurate Pet Diagnostic Testing

An in-house laboratory is necessary for timely and accurate diagnostic test results when your pet is sick or in an emergency. North Powers Animal Hospital has modern laboratory equipment capable of yielding lab results for Colorado Springs pets within minutes.

Baseline laboratory testing for your pet may include the following:

Complete Blood Cell Count

to identify problems such as anemia, dehydration, infection, auto-immune disease, and certain cancers

Blood Chemistry Testing

to assess liver, kidney, and pancreas function, blood sugar, blood proteins, calcium, and phosphorus levels

Electrolyte Testing

to detect abnormalities in sodium, potassium, and chloride levels, which may be present when your pet is dehydrated or experiencing fluid loss through vomiting or diarrhea

SNAP Testing

to identify infectious diseases such as Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, Canine Parvovirus, Giardia, Heartworm, and Leptospirosis

Coagulation Test

to detect deficiency in clotting disorders, which can be present in cases of poisoning and severe liver disease or failure

Microscopy Evaluation of Bodily Fluids

To evaluate blood, urine, skin & ear secretion samples, and needle biopsies to assist in diagnosing various diseases

Complete Blood Cell Count

To identify problems such as anemia, dehydration, infection, auto-immune disease, and certain cancers

SNAP Testing

To identify infectious diseases such as Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, Canine Parvovirus, Giardia, Heartworm, and Leptospirosis

Blood Chemistry Testing

To assess liver, kidney, and pancreas function, blood sugar, blood proteins, calcium, and phosphorus levels

Coagulation Test

To detect deficiency in clotting disorders, which can be present in cases of poisoning and severe liver disease or failure

Electrolyte Testing

To detect abnormalities in sodium, potassium, and chloride levels, which may be present when your pet is dehydrated or experiencing fluid loss through vomiting or diarrhea

Microscopy Evaluation of Bodily Fluids

To evaluate blood, urine, skin & ear secretion samples, and needle biopsies to assist in diagnosing various diseases

Pet Preventive Labwork Can Save the Day

In addition to diagnosing potential diseases, we believe pet preventive labwork is essential to maintain your pet’s well-being. Our veterinary team can ensure your pet stays healthy and catch any changes as they develop by careful observation and comparison of their annual baseline medical stats.

This baseline is used for maintaining your pet’s day-to-day health. If we notice changes in your pet’s labwork, we can start a proper course of treatment to prevent serious health problems.

Diagnostic Pet Labs in Colorado Springs, CO

If you are looking for an in-house pet laboratory that can give you rapid answers to diagnostic questions, call us to schedule an appointment. North Powers Animal Hospital’s high-tech diagnostic capabilities allow us to diagnose and treat illnesses and emergencies quickly.

North Powers Animal Hospital has an in-house laboratory for pet diagnostics in Colorado Springs, Monument, Falcon, Peyton, Black Forest, Fountain, and Manitou Springs.

North Powers Animal Hospital has an in-house laboratory for pet diagnostics in Colorado Springs, Monument, Falcon, Peyton, Black Forest, Fountain, and Manitou Springs.