- 924 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815
- (916) 925-2107
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- (916) 925-2107
- Today: ...
Fast, accurate answers when your pet needs care — without waiting days for results.
When your pet isn’t feeling well, timely answers make all the difference. At Del Paso Veterinary Clinic, our advanced in-house diagnostic capabilities allow us to identify problems quickly and begin treatment during the same visit — often with same-day results.
Having diagnostics performed on-site reduces stress for pets, shortens wait times, and helps Dr. Khabra make confident medical decisions right away. With over 80 years of experience caring for Sacramento pets, we understand the value of rapid, accurate diagnosis.
Same-day diagnostics mean:
Our comprehensive in-house laboratory provides same-day results for essential diagnostic tests:
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Detects infections, anemia, dehydration, immune system disorders, and blood cell abnormalities.
What CBC Measures:
Chemistry Panels Evaluates organ function including:
Chemistry panels help diagnose:
Same-day results allow us to begin treatment immediately when your pet needs it most.
Heartworm Testing (Dogs) Annual screening for heartworm disease with immediate results. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitoes and can be life-threatening if left untreated.
FeLV/FIV Testing (Cats)
Why Testing Matters: Essential for cats with outdoor access, new kittens, cats from unknown backgrounds, or before introducing a new cat to your household.
Ear Cytology Identifies ear infections, yeast, bacteria, and mites immediately using microscopic examination.
Common Findings:
Skin Cytology & Scraping Diagnoses:
Benefits: Immediate diagnosis allows targeted treatment rather than guessing.
Digital X-Ray (Radiography) High-quality digital X-rays available on-site for:
Immediate imaging means faster diagnosis of urgent conditions like foreign body obstruction or fractures.
Ultrasound Imaging Non-invasive ultrasound for:
Ultrasound is especially useful for:
Recommended before all surgical procedures to ensure your pet is healthy enough for anesthesia.
Pre-surgical panels check:
Same-day results allow us to proceed with surgery safely or identify issues that need to be addressed first.
Why Pre-Surgical Testing Matters:
Our in-house diagnostics help Dr. Khabra quickly identify:
Because results are available the same day, treatment can often begin during the same appointment.
Dr. Khabra examines your pet and discusses symptoms to determine which diagnostics are needed.
Our laboratory processes samples immediately for same-day results.
Dr. Khabra reviews findings with you and recommends appropriate treatment based on results.
For chronic conditions, follow-up bloodwork monitors treatment effectiveness and disease progression.
While our in-house capabilities cover most diagnostic needs, we also work with trusted outside reference laboratories for specialized testing:
These tests typically take 1-3 days for results, and Dr. Khabra will contact you as soon as they’re available.
Same-Day Results No waiting days or weeks for answers. Most in-house tests provide results within hours.
Comprehensive Capabilities Complete laboratory, digital X-ray, and ultrasound all available on-site.
Experienced Interpretation Dr. Khabra’s 18 years of experience means accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans.
Immediate Treatment Same-day results allow treatment to begin right away, improving outcomes.
Reduced Stress Your pet doesn’t need to visit multiple locations for testing and treatment.
Urgent Care Ready In-house diagnostics are critical for same-day urgent care — what we’re known for in Sacramento.
Cost-Effective On-site testing often costs less than sending samples to outside labs.
Convenient Everything happens under one roof during a single visit.
Trusted Since 1940 Over 80 years of diagnostic expertise caring for Sacramento pets.
Most in-house tests (CBC, chemistry panel, heartworm, FeLV/FIV, cytology) provide results the same day, often within 1-2 hours. Tests sent to outside reference labs typically take 1-3 days.
Fasting is recommended for some tests (typically 8-12 hours) to get accurate results, especially for blood glucose. Dr. Khabra will provide specific instructions when scheduling.
Yes! Baseline bloodwork during wellness exams detects problems before symptoms appear. Early detection often means easier, less expensive treatment.
A small amount of blood is drawn from a vein, usually in the front leg. Most pets tolerate this very well with gentle restraint.
Absolutely! Our in-house lab is specifically designed to provide rapid results during urgent care appointments.
Dr. Khabra will discuss findings with you, explain what they mean, and recommend appropriate treatment or additional testing.
Yes! We accept CareCredit, ScratchPay, and will soon offer Cherry financing. We also provide documentation for pet insurance reimbursement.
Healthy adult pets should have baseline bloodwork annually. Senior pets (10+ years) benefit from bloodwork every 6 months. Pets with chronic conditions need monitoring as recommended by Dr. Khabra.
We send urinalysis, fecal exams, thyroid testing, advanced hormone tests, biopsies, and other specialized tests to reference laboratories. These provide results in 1-3 days.
Yes! We’re happy to provide copies for your records or for other veterinarians. We also provide detailed documentation for pet insurance claims.
Yes, we send fecal samples to an outside reference lab for comprehensive parasite screening. Results typically return within 1-2 days.
Yes, we send thyroid samples to an outside reference lab for testing. This is common for senior pets or pets with weight/energy changes.
Wellness Exams: Baseline bloodwork establishes normal values for your pet and catches problems early.
Pre-Surgical Evaluation: Ensures your pet is healthy enough for anesthesia and surgery.
Sick Pet Visits: Identifies the cause of symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or appetite loss.
Urgent Care: Provides rapid diagnosis during same-day urgent appointments.
Chronic Disease Management: Monitors conditions like kidney disease, diabetes, and liver disease.
Senior Pet Care: Regular screening for age-related conditions in pets 10+ years.
Parasite Screening: Annual heartworm testing for dogs, FeLV/FIV testing for at-risk cats.
Injury Assessment: X-rays for fractures, limping, or trauma evaluation.
Whether your pet needs routine wellness bloodwork, urgent care diagnostics, or pre-surgical evaluation, our in-house laboratory provides the fast, accurate results Dr. Khabra needs to deliver exceptional care.
Call (916) 925-2107 to schedule diagnostic testing.
Email: office@delpasovetclinic.com
Visit: 924 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815
Same-day appointments available for urgent concerns
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