Pet Diagnostics in Cloverdale, Surrey

Blood panels are one of the most informative tools available in veterinary practice. A complete blood count evaluates red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, providing a detailed picture of your pet's immune status, potential infection, and overall blood health. Comprehensive biochemistry panels assess organ function including the liver, kidneys, and pancreas. Apollo Animal Hospital processes most blood work in-house, with results available quickly to support timely care decisions. Baseline and geriatric panels are available for routine wellness screening and senior pet monitoring.

Digital radiography allows our team to evaluate your pet's bones, joints, chest, and abdominal organs clearly and rapidly. X-rays are used to assess fractures, joint conditions, lung changes, heart size, and internal masses, among other findings. Apollo Animal Hospital uses digital X-ray technology that produces high-resolution images with minimal exposure. Results are reviewed immediately, and our team will walk you through the findings and discuss next steps.

Ultrasound provides a real-time, non-invasive view of your pet's internal organs, including the liver, kidneys, spleen, bladder, and reproductive structures. It is particularly useful for evaluating soft tissue conditions, detecting fluid accumulation, and guiding fine needle aspirates. Apollo Animal Hospital uses ultrasonography as a key part of abdominal and soft tissue evaluations. Unlike X-rays, ultrasound does not use radiation, making it safe for repeated use and for pregnant animals.

Urinalysis evaluates kidney function, urinary tract health, and metabolic markers through examination of the urine. It is a routine component of wellness screening and is especially important for senior pets and those with known kidney or urinary conditions. In-house fecal testing detects intestinal parasites including roundworms, hookworms, and giardia. We recommend annual fecal screening for most pets and more frequent testing for those with known exposure risks or recurring gastrointestinal signs.

Snap testing provides rapid results for specific conditions including parvovirus in dogs, feline leukemia virus (FELV), feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), and pancreatitis. Results are typically available within minutes, making snap tests valuable when a prompt answer is needed. Titer tests measure your pet's existing antibody levels to specific diseases, helping determine whether a vaccine booster is genuinely needed. Heartworm screening involves a simple blood test and is recommended annually for dogs in the Surrey and Langley area.

Fine needle aspirates and cytology allow our team to sample cells from lumps, masses, lymph nodes, and other tissues without the need for surgery. The sample is examined under a microscope to characterize the type of cells present. Histopathology involves examining a larger tissue sample to assess the nature of a growth in more detail. Skin scraping and ear cytology are used to identify parasites, yeast, bacteria, and other organisms contributing to skin or ear conditions. Biopsy services at Apollo Animal Hospital are available for both routine and urgent evaluations.

Apollo Animal Hospital offers a range of specialized testing services for pets with complex or chronic health conditions. These include endocrinology panels for hormonal conditions such as diabetes and thyroid disease, progesterone testing for reproductive planning, ACTH stimulation testing for adrenal conditions, tonometry for eye pressure monitoring, clotting factor assessments, aerobic and anaerobic bacterial cultures, toxicology screening, and vaginal cytology for reproductive cycle evaluation. OFA orthopedic screening for show and breeding dogs is also available.

For pets requiring advanced cardiac imaging or specialized testing beyond our in-house capabilities, Apollo Animal Hospital coordinates referrals to qualified specialists. Echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound) is available through referral to a cardiology service. Artificial insemination reproductive planning is also managed as a referral service. Our team will facilitate the referral process and ensure all relevant records and findings are shared with the receiving clinic.