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In-House Lab Testing at Highland Park Animal Hospital

Our facility includes an in-house lab that gives us the capability to diagnose and treat your pet as accurately and efficiently as possible. From heartworm tests to blood chemistry screens, having results in minutes rather than days allows us to act quickly when your pet needs care most.
This information enables your pet to receive the necessary treatment as soon as possible. For testing such as cultures, hormone assays, and histopathology, we use trusted outside reference laboratories.
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Why Laboratory Testing Matters

Many health conditions develop long before visible symptoms appear. Laboratory testing provides valuable insight into your pet’s internal health and helps our veterinary team identify concerns early.

Laboratory testing can help:

  • Detect disease before symptoms become severe
  • Evaluate liver, kidney, and organ function
  • Identify infections and inflammation
  • Screen for parasites and infectious diseases
  • Monitor chronic health conditions
  • Establish baseline health values
  • Ensure pets are healthy enough for anesthesia and surgery

Early detection often leads to more effective treatment and better long-term health for your pet.

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Dog Laboratory Services

Routine laboratory testing plays an important role in your dog’s preventive healthcare and medical treatment.

Common Tests for Dogs

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Blood Chemistry Panels
  • Heartworm Testing
  • Tick-Borne Disease Screening
  • Urinalysis
  • Fecal Testing
  • Pre-Anesthetic Bloodwork
  • Senior Wellness Panels

When Dogs May Need Lab Testing

  • Vomiting or diarrhea
  • Changes in appetite
  • Increased thirst or urination
  • Weight loss
  • Lethargy
  • Behavioral changes
  • Ongoing medical conditions

Cat Laboratory Services

Cats are known for hiding signs of illness, making routine laboratory testing an especially important part of feline healthcare.

In-House & Reference Laboratory Testing

Our in-house laboratory allows us to perform many diagnostic tests quickly, often providing same-day results when timely answers are needed.

For more advanced diagnostics, we work with trusted veterinary reference laboratories that offer specialized testing, including:

Hormone Assays
Advanced Infectious Disease Panels
Biopsy Evaluation
Cytology & Pathology Services
Specialized Diagnostic Testing

This combination of in-house and reference laboratory capabilities allows us to provide both rapid results and comprehensive diagnostic support.

Common Tests for Cats

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Blood Chemistry Panels
  • Thyroid Testing
  • Kidney Disease Screening
  • Diabetes Screening
  • Urinalysis
  • Fecal Testing
  • Senior Cat Wellness Panels

Frequently Asked Questions

Most healthy adult pets benefit from annual laboratory screening. Senior pets or pets with ongoing medical conditions may require more frequent testing.
Yes. Routine testing can detect underlying health concerns before symptoms become noticeable, helping us intervene earlier.

Pre-anesthetic bloodwork helps evaluate your pet's overall health and identify any concerns that could affect anesthesia or recovery.

Many in-house tests can be completed the same day. Specialized testing sent to reference laboratories may take several days depending on the test.

Some blood tests require fasting. If fasting is needed, our team will provide instructions before your appointment.

Dog Lab Work & Blood Tests in Dallas, TX

The same in-house laboratory capabilities apply for canine patients. Annual bloodwork for dogs establishes baseline values and screens for early disease — including kidney and liver function, diabetes, thyroid disease, and CBC analysis. Pre-surgical bloodwork is required before all elective procedures at Highland Park Animal Hospital.
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