Diagnostic Imaging
If a pet isn’t feeling well, it can be very important to evaluate their internal organs
Here at Animal Hospital of Treasure Island we offer both digital radiographs (X-rays) and ultrasound as different diagnostic tools. We may recommend x-rays, ultrasound, or both to help us determine a diagnosis.
Radiographs are good at detecting orthopedic issues like arthritis, or if your pet has swallowed a foreign object, or if they are suffering from heart disease, etc. Radiographs can help us see the size and shape of internal organs, but unfortunately we cannot see inside the organ.
Ultrasound can be used to evaluate the internal structure and function of internal organs. These non-invasive, painless exams can also detect the abnormal presence of fluid in both the chest and abdominal areas. Ultrasound can also be utilized for evaluating the status of a pregnancy and as an emergency diagnostic tool to detect internal bleeding.