Veterinary Diagnostics
Finding answers for dogs and cats in Melbourne
When your pet isn’t feeling their best, finding answers is the first step towards helping them feel better.
From routine investigations to more complex diagnostic cases, we combine modern technology, veterinary experience and personalised care to help you understand your pet’s health.
With these diagnostic services available under one roof in Melbourne, our team can investigate health concerns and determine the most appropriate care for your pet.
Have a concern about your pet?
Our veterinary diagnostic services
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In-house Laboratory
In-house tests to help investigate health concerns and assess your pet’s condition.
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X-rays
Imaging to check injuries, bones and joints, and certain chest or abdominal issues.
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Ultrasound
Assesses internal organs and soft tissues, providing valuable health information.
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CT Scans
Advanced imaging that helps us investigate more complex conditions in your pet.
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Endoscopy
Uses specialised imaging equipment to look into specific conditions and symptoms.
Why choose Tooronga Veterinary Hospital?
Our facilities help us investigate health concerns more comprehensively and work towards finding the answers your pet needs.
Advanced imaging under one roof
Access to digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy and a human-grade CT scanner.
In-house laboratory testing
Selected tests can be performed within our hospital to support timely clinical decision-making.
Experienced veterinary team
Over 100 years of combined veterinary experience, helping us interpret findings in the context of your pet’s symptoms and overall health.
Access to external expertise
Our external advisory team brings extensive veterinary knowledge and practical experience, helping us draw on additional expertise when needed.
Comprehensive veterinary support
Co-located with Animal Emergency Service, with access to emergency veterinary services when additional support is required.
Personalised care
We explain recommended investigations, discuss the next steps and help you understand what the results may mean for your pet.
FAQs
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Diagnostic tests may be recommended when your pet has unexplained symptoms, has suffered an injury, requires monitoring for an ongoing condition or needs further investigation following a physical examination.
We will assess your pet’s symptoms and medical history before recommending the most appropriate tests.
Not every concern requires advanced imaging or laboratory investigations.
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Diagnostic testing can help investigate the cause of symptoms, identify abnormalities, assess injuries and provide information about how your pet’s body is functioning.
Depending on the concern, tests may help detect changes in blood results, assess internal organs, investigate bone or joint problems or provide more detailed information about an area of concern.
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Not always. Whether sedation or general anaesthesia is needed depends on the type of investigation, your pet’s temperament, their condition and how still they need to remain.
Our team will explain what is recommended for your pet, why it may be necessary and any associated risks before proceeding.
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Some in-house laboratory results may be available within a few hours or on the same day.
Imaging results, such as X-rays, ultrasounds and CT scans, may be available the same day or take a few days if further interpretation is needed.
Specialised tests sent to an external laboratory may take several days or longer, depending on the test.
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We will explain the findings, discuss what they mean for your pet and outline the recommended next steps.
Depending on the results, this may involve medication, further investigations, ongoing monitoring, surgery or referral for specialised care.
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The cost depends on the type and number of tests required, whether sedation or anaesthesia is needed and whether additional investigations or specialist interpretation are necessary.
We’ll explain the recommended tests and discuss the expected costs with you before proceeding.
View our pricing information.
Get answers for your pet
If your pet is showing unusual symptoms or you’re concerned about their health, diagnostic testing may be an appropriate next step.