Chemistry Evaluation Test

Puppy Chemistry Evaluation Test - $109.95

Ensure your puppy's health from the start with our comprehensive chemistry profile. This essential bloodwork provides a thorough analysis of organ function, specifically detecting potential liver and kidney issues that standard physical exams often miss. At just $109.95, this screening offers significant savings compared to local vet prices while delivering critical baseline health data. Early detection of organ dysfunction gives you peace of mind and allows for prompt intervention if needed. The test is particularly valuable for breeders, concerned pet parents, and puppies with potential genetic risks. Unlike routine checkups that rely on visible symptoms, this chemistry evaluation reveals underlying health concerns before they become apparent. Add this important screening to your puppy's initial vet visit to establish their health foundation and potentially catch issues while they're most treatable.

 

Alkaline Phosphatase

The alkalin phosphatase test is used to help detect liver disease or bone disorders. It is often ordered along with other tests, such as gamma-glutamyl transferase and/or as part of a liver panel. In conditions affecting the liver, damaged liver cells release increased amounts of ALP into the blood.

Alanine Transaminase

ALT, which stands for alanine transaminase, is an enzyme found mostly in the liver. When liver cells are damaged, they release ALT into the bloodstream. An ALT test measures the amount of ALT in the blood.

Blood Urea Nitrogen

This test determines kidney function. An increased level is called azotemia and can be caused by kidney, liver and heart diesease as well as urethral obstruction, shock or dehydration.

Creatinine

The urine protein:creatinine (UPC) ratio is a simple test that measures how much protein is being lost through the kidneys. It is used to determine whether a puppy may have serious kidney disease.

Blood Glucose

A blood glucose test is used to find out if your blood sugar levels are in the healthy range. It is often used to help diagnose and monitor diabetes and look for hypoglycemia.

Total Protein

The total protein test measures the total amount of protein in your blood and specifically looks for the amount of albumin and globulin.
Bile Acid Test

$99.95 or FREE if chemistry evaluation results show high levels of ALT

Bile acids are compounds that are made in the liver and stored in the gall bladder. The bile acid test is a very useful test that helps to determine if the liver is working properly. Specifically, the test answers three questions:

Does the liver have enough healthy cells to do its job?
Does the liver have a good blood supply?
Is bile moving freely through and out of the liver?

The bile acid test is based on the principle that a healthy liver can "recycle" bile acids, while a damaged or defective liver cannot.

This test rules out liver shunts which is a common genetic defect in small breed puppies.

SDMA & CBC Profile

$99.95 or FREE if chemistry results show high levels of BUN, CREA

ssess kidney function with this essential chemistry parameter. SDMA test is a useful tool to assess glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and detect changes to kidney function much earlier than with creatinine and BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) tests alone. Symmetric Dimethyl Arginine (SDMA) is excreted from the kidneys; therefore, as kidney function or GFR decreases, SDMA increases.