Veterinary Pathology Lab in Bhopal

Tests available

• Complete blood count (CBC): a check of overall health
• Biochemistry panel: liver, kidney and other organ function
• Tick fever panel: Ehrlichia, Babesia and Anaplasma
• PCR testing: advanced testing for infections
• Urinalysis and fecal exam: infections, parasites and organ health

When your vet may ask for a test

• Fever, tiredness or loss of appetite
• Pale gums, bleeding or bruising, which can point to tick fever
• Vomiting, diarrhoea or weight loss that does not settle
• Increased thirst or urination
• Before surgery or anaesthesia
• Routine screening for senior pets

Tick fever in dogs

Ticks can pass on infections such as Ehrlichia, Babesia and Anaplasma. Signs include fever, low energy, pale gums, poor appetite and bleeding or bruising, though some dogs show only vague signs. A tick fever panel helps the vet confirm the infection and choose the right treatment. Regular tick control is the best prevention; ask your vet which product suits your pet.

Samples

• Stool: a fresh sample from the same day, in a clean container.
• Urine: a mid-stream sample if you can catch one, in a clean container, brought within a couple of hours.
• Blood: taken at the clinic by the vet or technician. Some tests need fasting; the vet will say.

Frequently asked questions