Diagnostics
Advanced Diagnostic Care
Pet Diagnostics in St. Paul, MN
Accurate diagnosis is the first step in providing effective treatment for your pet. At St. Paul Pet Hospital, we use modern diagnostic tools and techniques to quickly identify health concerns and create the right care plan.
Our diagnostic services help detect illnesses early, monitor ongoing conditions, and give us a clear understanding of your pet’s overall health. From routine testing to more advanced evaluations, our team is committed to delivering precise results with your pet’s comfort in mind.
By combining technology with personalized care, we’re able to provide answers you can trust—so your pet gets the treatment they need, when they need it.
Cat & Dog Imaging and Diagnostics in St. Paul, MN
Advanced tools for accurate answers and better care
At St. Paul Pet Hospital, our diagnostic technology helps us gain a clear, complete understanding of your pet’s health. Using a combination of in-house laboratory testing and advanced imaging, we’re able to identify concerns early—even before symptoms appear.
These tools allow us to evaluate internal structures, monitor ongoing conditions, and establish important health baselines for your pet. With faster, more accurate results, we can create timely and effective treatment plans tailored to your pet’s needs.
Our goal is to provide precise answers and proactive care—helping your pet stay healthy and thrive at every stage of life.
Blood work is a cornerstone of pet wellness care. It helps us establish healthy baselines for your pet and catch illnesses or conditions that may be flying under the radar. With our in-house lab, we perform several blood tests as well as other biological analyses.
A list of our tests includes:
- Complete blood counts (measuring the white and red blood cell numbers)
- Blood chemistry panels (analyzing certain components of the blood such as glucose, proteins, electrolytes, and more)
- Fecal exams (testing for intestinal parasites)
- Heartworm and tick-borne disease screenings (detecting signs of specific diseases)
- Urinalysis (analyzing components of the urine for abnormalities)
- Cytology (examining skin cells for bacterial or yeast infections, parasites, allergies, and more)
With our lab being in-house, we can have your pet’s results back in minutes, so we can develop a treatment plan immediately.
We use state-of-the-art digital X-ray technology to capture high-quality images of your pet’s bones, joints, and internal organs. These detailed images are available almost immediately, allowing our veterinary team to evaluate your pet quickly and make informed treatment decisions. Digital files can also be securely shared with you or with specialists and referring veterinarians when needed.
Digital X-rays help us diagnose a wide range of conditions, including:
- Fractures and broken bones
- Arthritis and other joint disorders
- Heart and lung conditions
- Organ disease
- Abdominal issues
- Tumors and masses
- Foreign body ingestion
- And many other medical concerns