Why Diagnostic Tests Are Important For Your Pet
When your dog or cat has a health problem, our veterinarians at Veterinary Hospital Ciutat D’Inca use a variety of techniques to get to the source of the issue.
Changes in body temperature, weight, appetite and energy level can signal a problem that requires further investigation. Sensitive areas of the body or the animal’s reluctance to put weight on their limbs may signal an issue that is not visible on the surface. In these cases, a veterinarian may advise one or more of a variety of tests that can provide information about what’s going on inside your pet’s body.
In some cases, you may not even suspect your pet has a problem, but a test will reveal a health issue in the early stages so that it can be treated before it becomes a more critical health problem.
Common Veterinary Diagnostic Tests
Veterinary Hospital Ciutat D’Inca in Inca offers many different diagnostic tests such as:
- Digital radiography: Digital X-ray generates sharper images than traditional X-ray machines, with lower radiation emission and shorter exposure times, leading to improvements in both speed and quality. It allows the radiograph to be viewed on a computer immediately and to be included on various digital media.
- Ultrasound scans: Ultrasound allows for the visualisation of lesions in organs and other disorders. Ultrasound does not use ionising radiation, making it safe for monitoring pregnancies and for frequent examinations.
These tests are important tools that can help your veterinarian keep your cat or dog healthy throughout its life.
