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Diagnostics + lab
In-house bloodwork, digital X-ray, and ultrasound mean most answers arrive the same day, often within the hour for sick pets. When a case needs a specialist's eyes, we send images to a board-certified radiologist and tell you exactly what that costs first.
What's included
Every visit, every time.
- Same-day in-house blood panels
- Digital X-ray with fast results
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Specialist radiologist reads when needed
- Results explained in plain words
What it usually costs
| Item | Price or range |
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| Blood panel Depends on how many values we check | $140 to $320 |
| Urinalysis | $70 |
| X-rays, per study | $180 to $320 |
| Abdominal ultrasound | $350 to $550 |
| Specialist radiologist read Only when needed, quoted first | $120 to $250 |
Canadian dollars. Ranges vary with your pet's size, age, and health. Anything beyond an exam gets a written estimate before we start. Full fee table
How it works
What happens, step by step.
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Pick the right test
We only suggest a test when the answer could change your pet's care. We tell you why, and what it costs.
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Sample or images
A quick blood draw, a urine sample, or X-rays. Most pets stay with a technician for just a few minutes.
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Results
In-house blood results often come back within the hour. Specialist reads take one to two days.
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What it means
We explain the results in plain words, with a copy for your records, and the next steps if any.
Who you'll see
Led by one vet.
Questions we hear
Fair questions, plain answers.
Why bloodwork before anaesthesia?
It checks the liver and kidneys, which process anaesthetic drugs, and can spot problems that change our drug plan. We strongly suggest it for seniors and pets with health issues, and we'll explain if it's optional for yours.
Will I get a copy of the results?
Always. You get a copy by email, and we note anything to watch for at the next visit.
If it can't wait
During our hours: call us first at (613) 555-0142 and say it's an emergency. We'll tell you whether to come straight in.
Nights, weekends, holidays: call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, (613) 555-0199 ยท 88 Carling Court, Ottawa.
Open nights, weekends, and holidays. No appointment needed. Call ahead if you can, so their team can get ready for you.
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Book a sick visit online in about a minute, or call (613) 555-0142 and Rosa will find you a time.
Emergency right now? Don't book online. For emergencies, call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, at (613) 555-0199.