AlfaVeta Laboratory in Oxie
At AlfaVeta Veterinary Clinic in Oxie, we have a laboratory that allows us to quickly diagnose your pet for the fastest possible treatment.
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Our laboratory
At our clinic, we offer a wide range of laboratory diagnostics to ensure that we can quickly and accurately assess your pet’s health condition. Most tests are conducted on-site, allowing us to deliver results swiftly. Our services include blood tests, blood chemistry, and blood smears. We also provide urine analysis, including protein-to-creatinine ratio, as well as rapid diagnostic tests such as cPL, fPL, FIV/FeLV, and ELISA tests for Giardia/Cryptosporidium.
Additionally, we perform vaginal cytology, ear cytology, and fine needle aspiration (FNA) cytology. Our capabilities extend to bacteriological cultures with antibiotic sensitivity testing, enabling us to start appropriate antibiotic treatment as early as the day after sample collection. We also offer fecal flotation examinations as part of our comprehensive diagnostic services.
For more specialized tests, such as histopathology and genetic testing, we collaborate with a reputable laboratory. This partnership allows us to provide an even higher level of veterinary care and ensures that your pet receives the best possible treatment.
Blood testing
Blood tests, including complete blood count (CBC), blood chemistry, and blood smears, are central to our diagnostic arsenal and provide a comprehensive view of your pet’s health. By analyzing blood counts, we can quickly identify any abnormalities in blood cells, offering valuable insights into anemia, infections, and other blood disorders. Blood chemistry tests reveal how well internal organs like the liver and kidneys are functioning, potentially uncovering issues not visible during a physical examination. Blood smears are used to visually examine blood cells under a microscope, helping us detect parasites, abnormal cells, and other microorganisms. Combining these tests allows us to make precise diagnoses and offer the most effective treatment for your pet.
Urine analysis
Urine analysis, including measurement of the protein-to-creatinine ratio, is a crucial part of our diagnostic process. It provides direct insights into your pet’s kidney function and overall health. By analyzing the urine, we can identify signs of infections, inflammations, and other abnormalities that may indicate underlying diseases. The protein-to-creatinine ratio offers a more accurate picture of kidney filtering ability, essential for detecting early signs of kidney disease. This ratio helps distinguish between temporary protein losses and more serious, chronic conditions requiring immediate attention. Overall, these analyses enable us to intervene quickly and start effective treatment, contributing to your pet’s long-term health.
Diagnostic tests
At AlfaVeta in Oxie, we perform rapid diagnostic tests such as cPL, fPL, FIV/FeLV, as well as tests for tick-borne diseases and ELISA tests for Giardia and Cryptosporidium. These tests are crucial as they provide immediate and reliable results, enabling prompt diagnosis and treatment. cPL and fPL tests assess the health of the pancreas in dogs and cats, which is critical in suspected cases of pancreatitis. FIV and FeLV tests help us identify and manage two serious viral diseases in cats, ensuring their long-term health. Additionally, tests for tick-borne diseases enable us to quickly identify and treat infections such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis, which can have severe consequences if untreated. ELISA tests for Giardia and Cryptosporidium allow us to promptly detect and treat these common parasites, protecting your pet’s digestive system. These rapid diagnostic tests are essential for providing the best possible care and taking necessary actions to treat and prevent diseases.
Rapid and accurate treatment of bacterial infections
At our clinic, we offer advanced bacteriological cultures with antibiotic sensitivity testing. This enables us to quickly identify bacterial infections and determine the most effective antibiotic treatment for your pet. By culturing bacterial samples from infected areas, we can confirm the presence of specific bacteria and perform an antibiotic sensitivity test to identify which antibiotics will most effectively combat the infection. This swift and precise approach allows us to initiate appropriate antibiotic treatment as early as the day after sample collection, reducing your pet’s suffering and accelerating recovery. This method ensures that your pet receives the correct treatment from the start, minimizing the risk of antibiotic resistance and improving prognosis.
Fecal examinations – flotation
At AlfaVeta, we offer advanced fecal examinations using flotation, a critical method for detecting parasites in your pet’s gastrointestinal tract. By employing flotation techniques, we can effectively separate and identify parasite eggs and larvae that may be difficult to see with the naked eye. This thorough diagnostic process allows us to quickly identify parasitic infections and start appropriate treatment, which is essential for maintaining your pet’s health. Our prompt and efficient on-site analysis provides results quickly, enabling us to act swiftly to improve your pet’s condition. Combining our expertise with this advanced diagnostic technique, we offer the best possible veterinary care in Malmö and help keep your pet healthy and parasite-free.
