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Pet Diagnostic Services for Dogs and Cats in Port Moody
Getting answers for your pet starts with the right diagnostic tools. Newport Village Animal Hospital is equipped with advanced on-site diagnostics, allowing our team to assess your dog's or cat's health without the delays that come with sending samples to an external laboratory. From comprehensive blood panels and urinalysis to digital X-ray, ultrasound, and specialised hormonal testing, our in-house capabilities allow us to move quickly when time matters. Open every day of the week with same-day appointments available, we make diagnostics accessible for pet owners in Port Moody without unnecessary waiting. Pets from Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam regularly visit us for diagnostic workups as part of their ongoing care.
Blood Panels and Laboratory Testing
In-house bloodwork delivers results during your appointment rather than the next day. A complete blood count (CBC) evaluates red and white blood cells and platelets. A biochemistry panel assesses kidney function, liver enzymes, blood glucose, and electrolytes. Snap testing identifies specific infections including parvovirus and tick-borne illness. Urinalysis and cytology can also be processed in-house, allowing your veterinarian to move from assessment to a clear plan without delay.
Digital X-Ray and Ultrasound Imaging in Port Moody
Digital radiography (X-ray) provides clear imaging of bones, joints, the chest, and abdomen, and is used to evaluate fractures, foreign body ingestion, cardiac size, lung changes, bladder stones, and more. Ultrasound allows our team to visualise soft tissue structures and fluid in real time without anaesthetic in most cases. It is particularly useful for evaluating the abdomen, identifying masses, and assessing organ size and texture. Having both imaging modalities in-house means your pet's evaluation can be completed in a single visit rather than across multiple appointments.
Progesterone and Hormonal Testing
In-house progesterone testing is available for breeders managing timed breeding, with same-day values rather than waiting for an external lab. ACTH stimulation testing evaluates adrenal gland function when an adrenal disorder is suspected. Both tests benefit from in-house processing speed, allowing your veterinarian to act on results quickly.
Biopsy and Tissue Sampling
Biopsy allows our team to collect a tissue sample from a mass, lesion, or organ for laboratory evaluation. This is one of the most definitive ways to assess whether a growth or change in tissue warrants further concern or intervention. Depending on the size and location of the area being sampled, biopsies may be performed using a needle under local sedation or as a minor surgical procedure. Results are processed by an external pathology laboratory, with turnaround typically within a few days. When a biopsy is recommended, our team will explain what the process involves, what the results can tell us, and what the next steps may look like based on those findings.
Skin and Ear Diagnostics
Skin scraping, ear mite evaluations, cytology, and fine needle aspirates (FNA) are performed in-house and provide rapid results that inform the management of skin, ear, and surface mass concerns. Skin scraping can reveal mite infestations, while cytology of skin or ear discharge helps identify whether bacterial, yeast, or other organisms are involved. FNA is a minimally invasive way to sample a lump or mass for cellular evaluation, helping your veterinarian determine whether further investigation is warranted. Titer testing is also available for dogs and cats, providing an alternative to automatic revaccination for owners who wish to assess their pet's existing immune response before scheduling a booster.
FAQs
Most in-house blood panels, urinalysis, snap tests, and cytology results are available within 30 to 60 minutes of sample collection. This means your veterinarian can often review and discuss results with you during the same appointment, rather than asking you to call back the following day. For samples requiring external laboratory analysis, turnaround times are typically 24 to 72 hours.
Yes. Ultrasound uses sound waves rather than radiation and is considered a safe imaging modality for dogs and cats. It does not require anaesthetic in most cases and is well tolerated by the majority of patients. A small area of fur may be clipped to allow better contact with the probe, but the procedure itself is non-invasive and typically takes 15 to 30 minutes depending on what is being evaluated.
The ACTH stimulation test is used to assess how the adrenal glands respond to stimulation. It is most commonly used to evaluate for Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism) in dogs, or to monitor adrenal function in patients on certain long-term veterinary care plans. The test involves taking a baseline blood sample, administering a hormone injection, and then collecting a second sample approximately one hour later. In-house processing means results are available the same day.
Pre-procedural bloodwork gives your veterinarian important information about your pet’s organ function, blood cell counts, and overall health status before anaesthetic is administered. Certain conditions can affect how a patient responds to anaesthetic, and identifying them in advance allows the team to adjust their approach and reduce risk. It is a safety measure that is particularly valuable for older pets or those with any known health conditions.
Fast, accurate diagnostics for dogs and cats are available right here in Port Moody. Newport Village Animal Hospital runs in-house bloodwork, X-rays, ultrasound, and more, seven days a week. Call (604) 492-3900 to book today.