In-House Veterinary Lab · Abu Dhabi
Pet Blood Tests
in Abu Dhabi —
Results While You Wait.
Most clinics in Abu Dhabi send samples to an external lab. Results come back in 24 to 48 hours. At Best Pet Vet, they come back during your appointment. Senior veterinarians. CBC, biochemistry, PCR, hormones, cardiac markers — all in-house.
The Difference That Matters
Results During Your Appointment.
Not the Next Day.
When your pet is unwell, waiting 24 to 48 hours for a diagnosis is not acceptable. At Best Pet Vet, it never happens.
Most Abu Dhabi Clinics
Sample sent to external lab
Blood drawn at the clinic. Sample packaged and sent to an external laboratory. Results arrive the following day — or two days later. Your pet waits. Treatment is delayed. You go home without answers.
“Same day results” — the standard claim, meaning results by end of business.
Best Pet Vet
Results during your appointment
Blood drawn. Processed in our in-house lab. Results read by your senior veterinarian before you leave. Treatment plan formed the same day. No waiting. No callbacks. No uncertainty overnight.
“Results during your appointment” — not a marketing claim. It is how we work.
Advanced Digital Radiography — Now Available at Best Pet Vet: Advanced high resolution digital radiography with intelligent tissue depth measurement, automatically optimising exposure settings to achieve exceptional image quality while minimising radiation dose. Available alongside ultrasound and in-house laboratory — complete on-site diagnostic capability, no external referral needed.
“We perform everything from standard CBC blood panels, biochemistry up to 24 parameters, hormones, cardiac markers, immunofluorescence, urinalysis and coprology, through to PCR testing for the full spectrum of infectious diseases.”
— Dr. Maja, Senior Vet · Best Pet Vet · Abu Dhabi
Complete Lab Panel
Every Test We Offer In-House
Eight diagnostic categories. All processed on-site. All results available before you leave.
CBC — Complete Blood Count
Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and haematocrit. Detects infection, anaemia, inflammation and immune system response.
Result: during appointment
Biochemistry — up to 24 Parameters
Liver enzymes, kidney function, pancreatic markers, electrolytes, proteins. The most complete biochemistry panel available — full organ picture in a single test.
Result: during appointment
Hormones
Thyroid (T4, TSH), cortisol, insulin, reproductive hormones. Used to diagnose hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease, diabetes, Addison’s disease and hormonal skin conditions.
Result: during appointment
Cardiac Markers
Assessment of cardiac stress and heart muscle health. Run routinely before every anaesthetic and as part of the full cardiology examination.
Result: during appointment
Immunofluorescence
Advanced diagnostics for immune-mediated conditions — where the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues. Relevant for certain skin diseases, haematological conditions and systemic immune disorders.
Rare capability in Abu Dhabi
Urinalysis
Kidney function, urinary tract health, metabolic indicators, urinary crystals and bacterial infection. Essential for any pet showing changes in thirst or urination.
Result: during appointment
Coprology — Stool Analysis
Parasites, digestive health assessment, coccidia, giardia and other intestinal pathogens. Recommended for any pet with chronic digestive symptoms.
Result: during appointment
PCR Molecular Testing
PCR Rapid Multi-Disease Testing — state-of-the-art in-clinic PCR technology tests one patient for multiple infectious diseases simultaneously, delivering highly sensitive and reliable results in as little as 45 minutes — supporting faster diagnosis and immediate treatment decisions. Significantly more sensitive than conventional testing. Best Pet Vet has a PCR machine in-house — most Abu Dhabi clinics send PCR samples to an external lab.
In-house PCR — rare in Abu Dhabi
When Blood Tests Are Needed
Symptoms & Situations That Require Lab Testing
Blood tests are not only for sick pets. Knowing when to test — and which tests to run —
is part of what an experienced senior veterinarian brings to every consultation.
| Situation or Symptom | What We Test | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Before any surgery or dental procedure | CBC, organ function, cardiac markers | Confirms the animal is safe for anaesthesia — non-negotiable at Best Pet Vet |
| Annual wellness check | Full biochemistry, CBC, hormones | Baseline values; catches developing conditions before symptoms appear |
| Senior pet check (every 6 months for pets 10+) | Full panel including organ markers | Organ decline accelerates with age — more frequent monitoring improves outcomes |
| Unexplained weight loss | Biochemistry, hormones, CBC | Points to liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism or cancer |
| Increased thirst and urination | Biochemistry, hormones, urinalysis | Classic signs of kidney disease, diabetes or Cushing’s disease |
| Persistent fatigue or low energy | CBC, thyroid, biochemistry | Anaemia, hypothyroidism, organ disease or systemic infection |
| Skin and coat changes | Hormones, biochemistry | Many skin problems originate internally — hormonal causes identified the same day |
| Suspected infectious disease | PCR panel, CBC | Rapid molecular identification of the specific pathogen — no guessing |
| Monitoring chronic conditions | Targeted panel based on condition | Diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease — values tracked and therapy adjusted |
| Before starting long-term medication | Organ function panel | Establishes baseline; identifies any contraindications before treatment begins |
Integrated Diagnostics
How the Lab Connects with Every Other Service
The in-house lab does not stand alone. It is the diagnostic backbone that makes every other service at Best Pet Vet faster, more accurate and more complete.
Surgery & Dental
Pre-anaesthetic panel — CBC, organ function, cardiac markers — run during the pre-operative visit. Results confirmed before any procedure begins.
Cardiology
Cardiac blood markers run alongside echocardiography, ECG and blood pressure. The complete cardiac picture — biochemistry included — in one visit.
Dermatology
Hormones and biochemistry identify internal causes of skin conditions the same day as the skin examination. No second appointment for blood results.
Internal Medicine
Full biochemistry, organ markers, hormones and PCR for chronic and complex conditions. Diagnosis and treatment planning in a single visit.
Ultrasound
Imaging findings combined with in-house blood results. When ultrasound shows a liver abnormality, biochemistry confirms its clinical significance — immediately.
Exotic Animals
Blood panels adapted for birds, rabbits and reptiles — with species-appropriate reference ranges. PCR for exotic-specific infectious diseases including psittacosis.
At the Appointment
What Happens During a Lab Visit
From blood draw to treatment plan — in a single appointment.
01
Consultation
Senior vet reviews symptoms, history and which tests are clinically indicated. No unnecessary panels — only what is relevant.
02
Blood Draw
Quick sample collection. Most pets tolerate it well. Calm handling — no unnecessary stress.
03
In-House Processing
Sample processed immediately in our on-site laboratory. Results available within the appointment.
04
Results & Plan
Senior vet explains findings clearly. Diagnosis confirmed. Treatment plan formed. Written summary before you leave.
Why Best Pet Vet
The Lab That Thinks,
Not Just Tests.
Running a blood panel is straightforward. Knowing which panel to run, interpreting the results in the full clinical context, and forming the right treatment plan — that is the skill. That is what 25+ years of senior clinical experience delivers.
Results during the appointment — not 24–48 hours later
Our entire laboratory operates in-house. CBC, biochemistry, hormones, cardiac markers, urinalysis — all processed and read by your senior vet before you leave. Treatment begins the same day.
PCR machine in-house — rare in Abu Dhabi
Most veterinary clinics in Abu Dhabi send PCR samples to an external facility — adding days to results. Best Pet Vet has a PCR machine on-site, enabling PCR Rapid Multi-Disease Testing with results in as little as 45 minutes — supporting immediate treatment decisions.
Immunofluorescence — advanced diagnostic capability
Detection of immune-mediated conditions using fluorescent antibody markers. This is an advanced laboratory technique not available at every veterinary clinic in Abu Dhabi. Relevant for immune skin diseases, haematological disorders and complex systemic conditions.
Biochemistry up to 24 parameters — the full picture
Many clinics offer a standard biochemistry panel of 12 to 15 markers. Our panel covers up to 24 parameters — liver, kidneys, pancreas, electrolytes, proteins, enzymes and more. More data points mean fewer gaps in the diagnostic picture.
Senior veterinarians interpret every result
A number on a printout means nothing without clinical context. Dr. Davor and Dr. Maya — educated at respected European universities, 25+ years of clinical experience — read and explain your pet’s results directly. You understand what the findings mean and what happens next.
Serving All of Abu Dhabi
Veterinary Lab Near You
Al Raha Beach location with free parking — easy to reach from every part of Abu Dhabi.
Book a Lab Visit
Book a Blood Test Appointment Today
Same-day and next-day appointments available. When you contact us, let us know your pet’s species, age and the reason for testing — our team will advise which panel is appropriate.
Clinic Information
FAQ
Common Questions About Pet Blood Tests
At Best Pet Vet, the majority of blood work is processed and returned during the same appointment. CBC, biochemistry, cardiac markers, hormones and organ function tests are all performed in our in-house laboratory — your senior veterinarian reads and discusses the results before you leave. You do not wait 24 to 48 hours for an external lab to return results.
We offer a complete in-house laboratory panel: CBC (complete blood count), biochemistry up to 24 parameters, hormones (thyroid, cortisol, insulin, reproductive), cardiac markers, immunofluorescence for immune-mediated conditions, urinalysis, coprology (stool analysis) and PCR molecular testing for a full spectrum of infectious diseases.
Yes — a pre-anaesthetic blood panel is performed before every surgical or dental procedure at Best Pet Vet. This confirms organ function, blood cell counts and overall readiness for anaesthesia. Results are available during the pre-operative appointment itself. We do not proceed with any procedure until we have confirmed the animal is ready.
PCR (polymerase chain reaction) is a molecular diagnostic method that identifies infectious agents at the DNA/RNA level — significantly more sensitive than conventional testing for many diseases. Best Pet Vet has a PCR machine in-house, which is uncommon in Abu Dhabi. Most clinics send PCR samples to an external laboratory, adding days to the result turnaround. Our in-house PCR means infectious disease diagnosis during the same appointment.
Immunofluorescence is a laboratory technique used to detect immune-mediated conditions — diseases where the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues. It identifies specific antibodies using fluorescent markers. This is an advanced diagnostic capability that Best Pet Vet offers in-house, relevant for certain skin diseases, haematological disorders and systemic immune conditions.
For biochemistry panels — particularly liver and organ function tests — fasting for a period beforehand improves accuracy. Your senior vet will advise the exact preparation when you book, based on which tests are indicated. Water is generally not restricted. For most other tests, standard preparation applies. The blood draw itself is quick and well-tolerated by most pets.