Veterinary Diagnostic Services

Radiology

Radiographs (x-rays) are extremely helpful for diagnosing medical and surgical problems. If a lump or growth is discovered in your pet's abdomen, an x-ray can determine where the mass is located. If your pet is experiencing a medical problem, an x-ray can often pinpoint the organ where the problem is occurring. Tumors and foreign bodies (lodged in the stomach or the intestine) can be seen in an x-ray. Heart and lung disease, gastrointestinal problems and bladder stones can also often be seen in x-rays.

The Animal Medical Hospital of Belair Road is equipped with an iCR3600 digital X-ray machine to provide clients with excellent diagnostic quality radiographs.

Ultrasound

Ultrasound is another important, non-invasive diagnostic device. Used primarily for abdominal and cardiac problems, ultrasounds can help diagnose disease and other health problems quickly and efficiently.

Ultrasound is a modern technique that provides veterinary staff with a real time "movie" of what is happening inside your pet's body. Ultrasound produces a visual map of the interior of the body and is often crucial to the comprehensive diagnosis of diseases of the heart, liver, kidneys, gallbladder, spleen and other internal organs.

The Animal Medical Hospital of Belair Road is able to digitally transfer x-ray and ultrasound images to board certified radiologists should an expert opinion be necessary.

Internal Medicine

If your beloved pet becomes ill, you can always count on us. We provide your pet with complete internal medicine diagnostic services, including:

• Cancer diagnosis and treatment
• Cardiology
• Ophthalmology (eye injuries, diseases and glaucoma)
• Neurology
• Dermatology (lumps, bumps, infections, allergies, parasites and itching)
• Gastroenterology
• Endocrinology (for diseases related to hormone abnormalities)

In order to provide you and your pet with an accurate and speedy diagnosis in a low-stress setting, we have invested in cutting-edge equipment and technology, and we maintain a well-educated staff. We also believe that educating you regarding your pet's condition and treatment options results in better care for your pet. Should it be necessary, the Animal Medical Hospital of Belair Road also partners with specialists to provide the most current, effective protocols.

Diagnostic Laboratory Testing

Our in-house laboratory provides fast and accurate information that is critical to the sick or injured pet. With our modern laboratory diagnostic equipment, pets receive appropriate treatment immediately after arriving at the hospital.

We are equipped to perform complete blood counts, chemistry profiles, urinalysis and parasitology screening on site. We also perform pre-anesthetic blood testing. This important procedure can greatly reduce the risks associated with anesthesia and surgery.