Diagnostics

  • Full Idexx Blood and Urinalysis Suite in house which provides us with immediate results.

  • DNA testing at external labs

  • External Idexx Pathology specialists.

  • Abdominal ultrasound, including pregnancy scans.

  • In house digital Xray suite.

Imaging

Ultrasound

We are lucky to be able to provide a comprehensive in-house ultrasound service. Gemma has trained under Dr Richard Lucy (BVSc MANZCVSc MRCVS CertVCDipVCS) the ultrasound specialist for the last 3 years and is confident in performing abdominal ultrasonography.

Ultrasonography is a very valuable tool and allows us to have a more accurate look for signs of disease within the gut, kidneys, liver, spleen bladder and genital tract. This information is often essential in determining an accurate and rapid diagnosis, especially in critical or sick patients. There are only a few centres in Christchurch that offer this service.

Digital X-Ray

We are able to perform high quality digital x-rays on all our patients, providing us with rapid and accurate images for diagnosis of skeletal and joint diseases and implement an appropriate care plan. We work in close collaboration with Dr Mark Owen (BVSc DipECVDI FANZCVS (Radiology) MRCVS) at NZRADVET to provide specialist interpretation where necessary.