Diagnose and Treat With Confidence
When your pet isn’t acting like themselves, getting answers quickly matters. At Parker Animal Care, our in-house diagnostic tools — including lab testing, digital imaging, and advanced screenings — help us pinpoint health concerns efficiently and accurately.
Whether we’re investigating a specific symptom or screening for underlying issues, our approach is grounded in thoughtful evaluation and proactive care. Fast results mean faster relief, and every diagnostic decision is made with your pet’s comfort and well-being in mind.
Medicine you know & trust — right here in Austin.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a diagnostic tool that assists veterinary professionals in seeing the inner workings of the body. The technique for gathering ultrasounds is non-invasive and pain-free; your pet can be awake and alert the entire time. Especially valuable in senior pet care, this form of radiography provides insights that x-rays cannot, as it uses sound waves rather than X-ray radiation to create detailed internal images.
They are helpful for diagnosing or investigating conditions such as:
- Foreign body ingestion or obstructions
- Abdominal masses, such as cysts or tumors
- Intestinal disorders
- Cancer
- Pregnancy
- Heart conditions
X-Ray
We provide advanced Digital Radiology—the modern evolution of X-rays. This technology allows us to quickly and accurately diagnose your pet by viewing bones, joints, organs, teeth, and even soft tissues, all while reducing radiation exposure by up to 80% compared to traditional films. Whether it’s a routine check or an urgent care situation, digital x-rays give us the rapid insights needed to ensure your pet gets the timely attention they deserve.
There are many benefits to digital x-ray over conventional x-ray including:
- Images are more accurate and produce highly detailed images
- Reduces amount of retakes which cuts down on stress to your pet
- Results can be stored and sent easily between yourself and other veterinarians
- Provides a greener option, as it does not require film or toxic chemicals that can leach into the environment if not disposed of properly
In-House Laboratory
At Parker Animal Care, we are dedicated to providing accurate, timely, and technologically-advanced diagnostic services. For your convenience, we have our own in-house laboratory for routine testing. When your pet is sick, the faster a diagnosis is determined, the faster they can receive treatment. At our Austin pet clinic, some routine tests may be interpreted in as little as 15 minutes!!
Here are some of the services we provide through our in-house laboratory:
- Complete blood count (CBC) is one of the most common blood tests issued in veterinary medicine. It can provide a wealth of information about your pet’s health because it informs us of the levels of cell types in the blood. This can be helpful for diagnosing conditions such as anemia, infection, inflammation, and more.
- Blood chemistry profiles are another common set of tests, which work together to achieve a depiction of different chemical aspects within your pet’s blood as well as your pet’s liver values. It can help to diagnose issues such as diabetes or kidney dysfunction.
- Electrolyte levels measure the levels of electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, sodium, chloride, and phosphorus for insight into issues such as dehydration and metabolism. Electrolytes are vital salts needed for organ function.
- Urinalysis is used to measure the function of the urinary tract and kidneys. For older cats, who often have disorders of the kidneys, this test is considered routine. Urinalysis can also be a helpful tool for diagnosing and/or monitoring diabetes.
