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2481 N Reading Road, Denver PA 17517


Call (717) 484-0440 |
Text (717) 925-3867

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788 Rothsville Road, Lititz, PA 17543


Call (717) 627-3411 |
Text (717) 621-3141

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Diagnostic Care and Testing

Advanced Veterinary Diagnostics at Adamstown Veterinary Hospital

When your pet isn’t feeling well, getting the right diagnosis quickly is the first step toward effective treatment. At Adamstown Veterinary Hospital, our advanced diagnostic services help us identify illness, injury, and underlying medical conditions accurately and efficiently so we can create the best treatment plan for your pet.


Using modern technology, in-house laboratory testing, digital imaging, ultrasound, and specialized diagnostic procedures, our experienced veterinary team provides comprehensive diagnostic care for dogs and cats throughout Berks, Lancaster and Lebanon Counties.
Whether your pet is sick, injured, experiencing chronic health issues, or simply needs routine wellness screening, we have the tools and expertise to provide answers.  Call us today if your pet needs diagnostic care.

Diagnostic Care for Every Stage of Your Pet’s Life

Our diagnostic capabilities support pets throughout every stage of life.

Wellness Screening
Routine laboratory testing helps establish healthy baseline values while detecting disease before symptoms develop.

Sick Pet Diagnostics
When your pet becomes ill, prompt testing helps identify the cause and begin treatment quickly.

Senior Pet Screening
Older pets benefit from regular laboratory monitoring to detect age-related diseases early.

Pre-Anesthetic Testing
Before surgery or anesthesia, laboratory testing helps ensure your pet can safely undergo their procedure.

Chronic Disease Monitoring

Pets with diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disorders, heart disease, or other chronic illnesses require periodic testing to monitor treatment success.

Why Diagnostic Testing Matters

Pets cannot tell us where they hurt or describe how they feel. Diagnostic testing allows our veterinarians to look beneath the surface to identify problems before they become more serious.

Advanced diagnostics help us:

  • Diagnose illness accurately
  • Detect disease earlier
  • Monitor chronic medical conditions
  • Identify internal injuries
  • Evaluate organ function
  • Guide surgical planning
  • Monitor treatment progress
  • Develop personalized treatment plans

Because many diseases are easier to treat when detected early, diagnostic testing plays an important role in preventive healthcare as well as emergency and specialty medicine.

Our Veterinary Diagnostic Services Include:

In-House Veterinary Laboratory

Our modern in-house laboratory allows us to perform many tests while you wait, providing rapid answers when time matters most.

Blood work helps evaluate your pet’s overall health and detect many illnesses before symptoms become severe. Common blood tests include:

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Blood Chemistry Profile
    Electrolytes
  • Liver Function Testing
  • Kidney Function Testing
  • Blood Glucose
  • Pancreatic Testing
  • Thyroid Testing
  • Clotting Profiles
  • Urinalysis

Urine testing provides valuable information about:

  • Kidney function
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Bladder stones
  • Diabetes
  • Hydration
  • Protein loss
  • Metabolic disease

Routine fecal examinations help identify intestinal parasites including:

  • Roundworms
  • Hookworms
  • Whipworms
  • Giardia
  • Coccidia
  • Tapeworms

Early detection protects both your pet and your family.

Microscopic evaluation of cells helps diagnose:

  • Ear infections
  • Skin infections
  • Lumps and masses
  • Cysts
  • Inflammation
  • Certain cancers

Many cytology results are available the same day.

Digital X-Rays (Radiology)

Digital radiography provides detailed images while using significantly less radiation than traditional film X-rays. Digital images are available immediately, allowing our veterinarians to begin treatment without unnecessary delays. Some digital images are read by Board Certified Radiologists.

Digital X-rays help diagnose: Broken bones Arthritis Joint disease Hip problems Chest disease Heart enlargement Lung disease Abdominal disorders Bladder stones Intestinal obstruction 

Digital dental X-rays provide highly detailed images that allow our veterinarians to evaluate the health of each tooth, the surrounding bone, and the tooth roots, helping us diagnose painful conditions that would otherwise go unnoticed. We utilize them during dental procedures, which allows us to make faster, more accurate diagnoses and develop the most appropriate dental treatment plan for your pet.

Dental radiographs help us identify many hidden dental conditions, including:

  • Fractured tooth roots
  • Tooth root abscesses
  • Periodontal (gum) disease below the gumline
  • Bone loss around teeth
  • Retained baby teeth
  • Tooth resorption, a common and painful condition in cats
  • Impacted or unerupted teeth
  • Broken teeth that are not visible above the gumline
  • Oral cysts and tumors
  • Changes in jawbone health
  • Certain Cancers

Digital dental images are available immediately, allowing our veterinarians to begin treatment without unnecessary delays.

Diagnostic Ultrasound

Ultrasound allows us to examine internal organs in real time without surgery.

Ultrasound is commonly used to evaluate:

  • Liver
  • Kidneys
  • Spleen
  • Bladder
  • Intestinal tract
  • Pancreas
  • Adrenal glands
  • Pregnancy
  • Abdominal masses
  • Fluid accumulation

Ultrasound also helps guide needle biopsies and other minimally invasive procedures.
Ultrasound exam may be read by a Board Certified Radiologist.

Electrocardiography (ECG)

An electrocardiogram records your pet’s heart’s electrical activity. 

ECGs help diagnose:

  • Irregular heart rhythms
  • Heart disease
  • Cardiac enlargement
  • Electrolyte abnormalities
  • Heart conditions prior to anesthesia

ECG’s are read by Board Certified Cardiologist and AI

Compassionate, Individualized Care

We understand that diagnostic testing can be stressful for both pets and their families. Our experienced veterinary team strives to make every visit as calm and comfortable as possible while explaining each recommended test and discussing the results in clear, easy-to-understand language.
Our goal is not simply to perform tests—but to provide answers that help your pet receive the best possible care.

Compassionate care you can trust

Expert care for every stage of life

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Hospital Hours

Monday 8 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 6 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 6 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 6 PM
Friday 8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM
Sunday Closed