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...diagnosis and to prepare for surgery. These may include blood tests, urinalysis, a clotting profile, examination of fluid obtained from the abdomen, chest, and abdominal radiographs (Figure 1). Abdominal ultrasound...

...cause the glucose to be normal for some period of time. Your veterinary surgeon will also assess every abdominal structure for evidence of spread (metastasis). If other masses are observed,...

...these cases, owners may not be aware of their cat’s normal bowel habits. Cats affected by megacolon may show the following signs: abdominal discomfort decreased appetite lethargy tenesmus (straining to...

...Survey radiographs (x-rays) can be used to screen for stones or other abdominal abnormalities. An abdominal ultrasound can also screen for stones or bladder issues. In some cases, ectopic ureters...

...or ovariectomy generally consists of: complete physical examination additional tests for older dogs may include a complete blood count, serum chemistry, and urinalysis abdominal radiographs (x-rays) and possibly ultrasound may...

...blood clotting tests prior to biopsy or surgery. Additional testing is usually performed before surgery to stage the tumors. Chest x-rays or CT, abdominal ultrasound, and blood work are used...

...weight, chest or abdominal films to make sure there are no signs of cancer. Advanced imaging– such as a CT scan or MRI may be needed to evaluate the underlying...