Fast Answers When Your Pet Needs Them Most

When your pet is unwell, every minute matters. Waiting several days for laboratory results can delay diagnosis, treatment and peace of mind.

At Lutwyche Veterinary Surgery, we’ve invested in an advanced IDEXX in-house laboratory, allowing us to perform many important blood tests right here in our clinic. For many patients, this means same-day results, enabling our veterinarians to diagnose illness sooner and begin treatment without unnecessary delays.

Whether your pet is visiting us for an emergency, surgery, senior health screening or routine consultation, rapid diagnostic testing helps us deliver timely, evidence-based veterinary care.

Why Is Blood Testing Important?

Many diseases cannot be diagnosed through a physical examination alone.

Blood testing provides valuable information about your pet’s internal health, allowing us to assess how major organs are functioning and detect problems that may not yet be visible.

Your veterinarian may recommend blood testing to:

Early diagnosis often leads to earlier treatment and better outcomes.

Advanced IDEXX In-House Laboratory

Lutwyche Veterinary Surgery is equipped with advanced IDEXX diagnostic technology, one of the world’s leading veterinary laboratory systems trusted by veterinary hospitals across Australia and internationally.

Our in-house laboratory includes:

IDEXX ProCyte Dx® Haematology Analyser

The ProCyte Dx provides a detailed Complete Blood Count (CBC), helping evaluate:

This information is invaluable when investigating sick pets or monitoring ongoing medical conditions.

IDEXX Catalyst One® Chemistry Analyser

The Catalyst One evaluates your pet’s internal organ function by measuring important blood chemistry values including:

These results help us diagnose many common diseases quickly and accurately.

Same-Day Results for Many Patients

Because our laboratory is located within the clinic, many routine blood tests can be completed during your appointment or later the same day.

This allows us to:

For specialised laboratory testing, we also work closely with IDEXX Reference Laboratories when additional investigations are required.

When Might Your Pet Need Blood Tests?

Blood testing may be recommended in many situations.

Sick Pets

Blood tests often help investigate:

Before Anaesthesia

Pre-anaesthetic blood testing helps identify hidden medical conditions that may influence your pet’s anaesthetic risk.

This allows us to tailor the anaesthetic plan to your pet’s individual health status.

Senior Pet Health Checks

Many age-related diseases develop gradually before obvious clinical signs appear.

Routine blood screening may identify conditions such as:

Early detection often provides more treatment options and improves long-term quality of life.

Monitoring Ongoing Medical Conditions

Blood testing is also commonly used to monitor pets receiving treatment for conditions including:

Regular monitoring allows treatment plans to be adjusted as your pet’s condition changes.

More Than Just Blood Tests

Our diagnostic laboratory supports many additional in-house tests, including:

Performing these tests during your consultation often allows us to reach a diagnosis much sooner.

Why Choose an In-House Laboratory?

Having advanced laboratory equipment within our clinic means we don’t always have to wait days for important diagnostic information.

Benefits include:

For pets requiring urgent medical care, rapid laboratory results can make a significant difference to treatment planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my pet need blood tests every year?

Not necessarily.

The need for blood testing depends on your pet’s age, health status and reason for visiting. Senior pets and those with chronic illnesses often benefit from routine monitoring.

Is taking blood painful?

Blood collection is usually quick and well tolerated by both dogs and cats.

Our experienced veterinary team uses gentle handling techniques to minimise stress and discomfort.

How quickly will I receive the results?

Many routine blood tests are available on the same day, often within an hour depending on the tests being performed and the urgency of your pet’s condition.

Some specialised tests require referral to IDEXX Reference Laboratories and may take a little longer.

Will my pet need to stay in hospital?

In many cases, no.

Most pets can return home after their consultation unless hospitalisation or further treatment is medically necessary.

Why Choose Lutwyche Veterinary Surgery?

At Lutwyche Veterinary Surgery, we believe that accurate diagnosis is the foundation of excellent veterinary care.

Our investment in advanced IDEXX ProCyte Dx® and IDEXX Catalyst One® analysers allows us to provide fast, reliable diagnostic testing without unnecessary delays. Combined with our experienced veterinary team, this enables us to make informed treatment decisions quickly, helping your pet receive the care they need as soon as possible.

Whether your pet is unwell, requires routine health screening or is preparing for surgery, our in-house laboratory provides rapid diagnostic information that supports the highest standard of care.

Book an Appointment

If your pet is unwell, due for a senior health check or requires pre-anaesthetic blood testing, our advanced in-house laboratory can provide fast, reliable results to help guide their care.

Contact Lutwyche Veterinary Surgery on (07) 3161 6237 or book online to arrange an appointment with one of our experienced veterinarians.

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