Companion animals
Cytology or Biopsy for a Pet’s Lump: What Each Test Can Tell You
Understand the difference between examining cells and tissue, what an inconclusive result means, and the questions to ask your veterinarian about a pet’s lump.
Blogs
Blogs tagged cats
What is new at the laboratory: new tests, changes to our service, seasonal alerts and short notes for pet owners and veterinarians.
- 12 blog posts
- 8 topics
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Tests and reports
What Does a CBC Blood Test Tell You About Your Dog or Cat?
Understand red cells, white cells and platelets on your pet’s CBC report, why sample comments matter, and what to ask your veterinarian.
Companion animals
Stool Testing for Dogs and Cats: Samples, Results and Follow-Up
What a faecal test can detect, why methods differ, and the details to record when your veterinarian requests a stool sample.
Pet travel
Pet Travel from India: Plan Laboratory Tests Around the Destination Rules
Build your pet’s travel file before arranging a blood sample: destination, microchip record, vaccination history, approved laboratory and document deadlines.
Companion animals
Urine Tests for Dogs and Cats: What to Ask Before Collecting a Sample
A practical guide to urine testing: choosing the right collection method, recording sample details and understanding what the report can answer.