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Veterinary diagnostic tests at home in London can help investigate changes in your dog or cat’s health without the added stress of travelling to a clinic. Home Vets London provides mobile veterinary assessments and can collect appropriate samples during a scheduled home visit when clinically suitable.
The veterinary surgeon will first review your pet’s history and carry out a clinical examination. Any recommended tests will be chosen according to the findings, symptoms, age, medication and individual circumstances. Samples may be sent to a professional external laboratory, and the vet will explain the expected process and follow-up.
The tests suitable for your pet depend on their condition and on whether samples can be collected safely at home. Common investigations may include blood tests, urine testing, faecal testing, cytology and selected infectious-disease or travel-related tests.
Haematology examines the cellular components of blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. It can provide useful information about conditions such as anaemia, inflammation, infection and some clotting abnormalities.
Biochemistry profiles help assess organ function and metabolic health. Depending on the profile requested, results may provide information about the liver, kidneys, glucose, proteins, electrolytes and other markers. Additional tests, such as thyroid or other hormone measurements, may be recommended when clinically indicated.
Blood testing can be useful for unwell pets, senior-pet health assessments, monitoring long-term medication and evaluating health before certain procedures. A result should always be interpreted alongside the clinical examination and medical history.
Urine testing can contribute valuable information about the urinary system and wider health. Depending on the clinical question, analysis may include urine concentration, pH, glucose, protein, blood and examination of the sediment for cells, crystals or bacteria.
An abnormal result does not necessarily confirm a diagnosis by itself. Further testing, such as a urine culture or blood profile, may be recommended. We will advise you about the most appropriate way to collect a sample and whether a fresh sample is required.
Faecal samples may be examined for intestinal parasites or other causes of gastrointestinal signs. If a sample is needed, the veterinary team will explain how much to collect, how to store it and how quickly it should be submitted. Some parasites and infections can also affect people, so appropriate hygiene is important.
Cytology involves examining cells collected from a lump, skin lesion, ear, fluid or another appropriate site. It may help identify inflammation, infection or the type of cells present. Cytology can guide the next step, but it does not always provide a definitive diagnosis; biopsy, imaging or referral may sometimes be needed.
Selected tests may be available for infectious diseases such as feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukaemia virus (FeLV), depending on clinical need. We can also arrange certain laboratory tests needed for pet travel, including rabies antibody testing where applicable. Travel requirements vary by destination and date, so please contact us well in advance and see our pet export service.
Samples are labelled and handled according to the type of investigation requested. Where laboratory analysis is required, turnaround times vary by test and laboratory. The veterinary team will discuss the results with you, explain what they may mean for your pet and recommend any appropriate treatment, monitoring or further investigation.
Some conditions cannot be fully investigated in the home and may require diagnostic imaging, hospital monitoring, specialist equipment or referral to a veterinary clinic. If this applies, we will explain the reasons and help you understand the recommended next step.
A home visit can be particularly helpful for nervous cats, anxious dogs, senior pets and owners who find clinic travel difficult. Your pet can be assessed in familiar surroundings, and diagnostic sampling can often be combined with a comprehensive mobile veterinary health check.
Our mobile veterinary team serves Central London and surrounding areas from our base near Holborn, subject to availability.
Home Vets London Ltd provides scheduled home visits Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Please email contact@homevetslondon.com with a brief description of your pet’s symptoms and any relevant medical history. Email is our preferred contact method. Alternatively, call 020 3051 3763.
Home Vets London does not provide an emergency or weekend service. If your pet needs urgent veterinary attention, call Veteris, a 24/7 emergency veterinary service in Greater London, on 0330 808 9066.
About Home Vets London
We provide high quality in-home Veterinary services such as medical investigations, annual health checks, diagnostics tests, online consultations, vaccinations, parasite control, micro-chipping, pet passports, export certificates, rabies vaccinations, pet hospice, prescriptions for chronic patients, chemotherapy, etc.
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