In-House Laboratory

In addition to physical exams, Flossmoor Animal Hospital also offers sophisticated diagnostic testing. Our facility is equipped with a complete in-house laboratory that allows us to perform screening tests, with results often available in a few minutes. This ensures that your pet will receive appropriate medical treatment in a timely manner.

Our in-house veterinary laboratory features diagnostic testing for the following:

• Blood work: CBC, HCT/TP, BUN, glucose, and electrolytes
• Chemistries
• Electrolytes
• Microscope exams
• Cytology of skin & ear samples
• Distemper & Parvo titer testing in lieu of annual vaccinations for dogs
• Fecal testing for intestinal parasites
• Occult heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma testing
• Feline heartworm Ag and FELV/FIV testing
• Pregnancy tests

We also work hand in hand with several outside reference labs. Reference laboratories provide us with advanced blood work, such as thyroid and seizure medication levels, urine testing, and culture, cytology, and biopsy results to further maintain your pet’s health.