The Clinical Laboratory Services of the Veterinary Medical Teaching
Hospital support our hospital's veterinarians as well as veterinarians
of California, the United States and other countries. Tests take place
in several locations at the hospital for hospital patients, outpatients
and cases from referring veterinarians. We also perform testing for
scientists working on special projects and studies.
Laboratory test results help your veterinarian maintain your pet's
health and, when your pet is sick, make a diagnosis so that treatment
can begin. Early diagnosis helps assure that appropriate treatment takes
place quickly.
Our testing services are comprehensive and accurate. Highly qualified professional staff provide essential, state-of-the-art diagnostic testing with expertise using specialized equipment and standard procedures.
Bringing new tests to the practice of veterinary laboratory medicine and improving existing tests is an important goal of the Clinical Laboratory Services. The clinical laboratory scientists work closely with faculty to facilitate "translation" of their research into new diagnostic assays and contribute to scientific publications in the field of clinical pathology.
Please note that information about Clinical Laboratory Services is directed primarily toward veterinarians and other health professionals. For sample submittal forms, reference interval data, and other information for veterinarian-clients, please go to "Fact Sheets and Forms"
