How do vets determine illness/ disorder such as?
Like.. a disease if they're diabetic do they need to take blood samples? Because when my vet took my exam on my dog they just checked the body, eyes, ears, mouth, weight and structure.. I thought they take blood tests too this was $49.99 exam we're talking about. How do they determine illnesses (besides kennel cough I know how they do)
2007-12-16 12:31:04 · 6 answers · asked by onne2slick 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Certain diseases require a blood sample. If there were symptoms that led the vet to think blood was needed, they would have discussed that with you. Blood work is often another cost...like $60-90. Some illnesses they can find just by looking at the dog.
A basic exam is what you got. That is what they do for an exam. If you have any concerns, tell them and then go from there!!!
Although $49.99 seems a lot fo an exam, that never included blood work. Even a heartworm blood test is extra.
If you want a yearly blood panel, I am sure they will not deny you that.....you will just have to pay for it!!!
2007-12-16 12:36:04 · answer #1 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Diabetes is usually determined by a blood test. They can also test for other various conditions. $50 for a routine exam is not outrageous. Usually if you have a puppy, a vet will do a blood test during a spaying/neutering procedure. Otherwise, if you have an older dog you'll just need to go in and tell them that you want it done. Other illnesses such as mange, allergies, etc. can be determined by a routine exam. A lot of this depends on how good your vet is!
2007-12-16 12:38:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The $49.00 was for a "well dog" check.
As the doctor checked over the dog he was looking for signs of disease. Example: pale gums, irregular heartbeat, unusual lumps and bumps. He also asked you about the dog's health. Examples: Eating, bathrooming, energy levels, and if the dog seemed to be feeling OK.
If the doctor had seen or felt something wrong, or if you had told him the dog wasn't feeling well, he would have recommended further tests, at an additional cost.
Blood work (and medicine) is always extra.
I know, it's getting QUITE expensive just to walk into a vet's office and sit down!
2007-12-16 12:41:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Diabetes would be confirmed with a blood sample, but a qualified tech could most likely determine that by taking history and doing the things you mentioned. Blood, urine, x-rays, ultrasound and observation can all provide valuable information. Where you concerned about something your Veterinarian didn't address? Is there more to this question?
2007-12-16 12:39:57 · answer #4 · answered by Sunshines2day 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have no worry and your dog physical exam is normal then there is no need for a blood work. When you have an illness you have symptoms and those symptoms will lead to blood test etc.
2007-12-16 12:38:27 · answer #5 · answered by Jane Marple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a person brings in an animal and they tell the vet "it ain't doing right".....they will then investigate that.....they may take blood, urine, fecal samples, radiographs.....
If your animal was in for routine annual visit...ie vaccines, annual fecal check, annual heartworm test(you do give heartworm prevention, right?) and you did not mention that you had any concerns, who's mistake is that? If you have an issue, please call your vet and open up a dialog.
2007-12-16 13:08:38 · answer #6 · answered by lt4827 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋