RADIOLOGY

Our facility is equipped with a high quality x-ray machine as well as radiograph processor that enables us to have x-rays available for viewing within a few minutes. For those complicated cases, we may send x-rays to a board certified radiologist that reviews radiographs with our veterinarians. We also have an ultrasound machine that provides our doctors with images of internal organs in seconds.

Radiology/Ultrasound Services

Radiographs
Radiographs help the doctor make diagnoses in many ways. Fractured bones, fluid in the chest, and enlarged heart, and abnormal growths are just a few of the things that can be detected by taking radiographs.

Cystogram
Cystograms are performed to find tumors and stones in the bladder. A radiograph is taken after a special dye or air is injected into the bladder to help highlight any abnormalities.

IVP
IVP's are done when pets have kidney or other unexplained urinary problems. A special contrast material (dye) is injected intraveneously into the pet and then several radiographs are taken of the kidneys. This lets the veterinarian see how the urinary tract system is functioning.

Barium Services
Pets often have barium series performed when they have unexplained vomiting. Pets are given liquid barium orally and radiographs are taken at specific intervals. Veterinarians can then see how the barium is flowing through the digestive tract.

OFA
OFA x-rays are subjective x-rays done on dogs to check for hip dysplasia. Many breeders require these x-rays be done before breeding.

Pregnancy Check
Both radiographs and ultrasound can be used to check and see if a pet is pregnant. Ultrasound can be used as early as 21 days into suspected pregnancy and radiographs can be taken in 45 days. Ultrasound can show each fetus' heartbeat and can give a very rough estimation of how many babies to expect.

Abdominal Ultrasound
Often times the major organs in the abdomen are given an ultrasound to obtain additional information that a radiograph alone cannot provide. This procedure gives the doctor an active view of the organ. We commonly view the bladder, kidneys, spleen, liver, adrenal glands, stomach, and pancreas on an abdominal ultrasound.

Cardiac Ultrasound
Thoracic ultrasounds give the doctor important information on the functioning of the heart. This is especially important for pets with suspected congenial heart problems or heart failure.

Guided Biopsies
Needle biopsies can be taken from major internal organs by using the ultrasound as a guide. This is a less invasive procedure than a surgical biopsy, but still requires that your pet be anesthetized.