In-House Veterinary Laboratory in Bellevue, WA
We are very proud of the in-house laboratory at Animal Wellness and Rehab Center. It allows us to perform many diagnostic tests quickly and efficiently right here in our hospital, from simple screenings to more complex blood work. When your pet isn’t feeling well, we can often provide results and a diagnosis in minutes instead of making you wait a day or more for an outside lab. Faster answers mean faster treatment and less worry for you.
Diagnostic Tests We Offer In-House
- Complete blood count (CBC) and blood chemistry panels
- Heartworm testing
- Feline leukemia (FeLV) and FIV testing
- Urinalysis
- Fecal testing for intestinal parasites
- Skin and ear cytology
- Pre-anesthetic screening before surgery and dental procedures
- Thyroid and organ function monitoring
Why In-House Testing Matters
Blood work and lab testing give us information we can’t get from a physical exam alone. They help us detect early signs of kidney, liver, and thyroid disease, diabetes, infections, and anemia, often before your pet shows symptoms. Having our own laboratory means we can make treatment decisions during the same visit, which is especially important for sick pets and those undergoing surgery.
Lab Work as Part of Complete Care
Our laboratory supports every area of our practice, from routine wellness exams and senior screenings to parasite prevention and pre-surgical testing before dental cleanings and spay and neuter procedures. For specialized tests, we partner with reference laboratories and combine those results with our onsite diagnostics to build a complete picture of your pet’s health.
In-House Laboratory FAQs
What tests can you run in your in-house laboratory?
We can run blood counts, chemistry panels, heartworm tests, FeLV and FIV tests, urinalysis, fecal exams, cytology, and pre-anesthetic screening, among others.
How quickly will I get my pet’s lab results?
Many in-house test results are available within minutes, so we can often discuss them with you during the same visit.
Why does my healthy pet need blood work?
Routine blood work establishes a baseline and can detect hidden problems such as kidney or liver disease before symptoms appear.
Is blood work required before surgery?
We recommend pre-anesthetic blood work before any procedure requiring anesthesia to help make it as safe as possible.
Do you send any tests to outside labs?
Some specialized tests are sent to reference laboratories, but many routine and urgent tests are performed right here in our hospital.
How often should my pet have blood work?
Most adult pets benefit from annual blood work, while senior pets and those on long-term medication may need testing more often.
Get Fast Answers About Your Pet’s Health
If your pet is due for blood work or isn’t feeling well, call Animal Wellness and Rehab Center at (425) 455-8900 or request an appointment online.