Veterinary Ultrasounds
When our animals are sick or hurt, we would do anything to help ease their pain. However, this task becomes difficult when we can’t physically see the source of their pain.
That’s why skilled veterinarians, like the ones here at the Animal Medical Center of Antelope Valley, will often perform scans such as pet ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and CT scans. Doing one or more of these scans gives vets a clearer picture of these issue to provide the most effective treatments.
What Are the Different Kinds of Scans?
Ultrasounds
A veterinary ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from the inside of the body. It’s also known as sonography.
The technology is similar to that used by sonar and radar, which help the military detect planes and ships. An ultrasound allows your doctor to see problems with organs, vessels, and tissues without needing to make an incision. Unlike other imaging techniques, ultrasound uses no radiation. For this reason, dog ultrasounds and cat ultrasounds are the preferred method for viewing a developing fetus during pregnancy.
Echocardiogram
A pet echocardiogram uses similar technology to an ultrasound. The difference is that the technology focuses its attention on the heart. When a vet performs an echocardiogram, they are given a visual picture of how well the heart is pumping, giving valuable insight into the heart’s valves and chambers.
CT Scan
An animal CT scan is another imaging test that uses X-ray images in order to capture a clear picture of the bones and soft tissues in the animal’s body. CT scans do utilize some radiation. As such, veterinarians use precautionary measures to help protect themselves and the animals during CT scans for dogs.
Why a Vet May Perform Scans
An animal that is exhibiting concerning symptoms like pain or swelling may be suffering from any number of conditions. Performing one of these three scans can help get under the fur to give vets a view of animals’ internal organs, such as the:
Our Promise
At the Animal Medical Center of Antelope Valley, we know that bringing your pet in to have serious medical work done can be intimidating. That’s why we work to create an environment where you feel your pet is being cared for, combined with state-of-the-art technology that will ensure your pet receives the best care possible.
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That’s why skilled veterinarians, like the ones here at the Animal Medical Center of Antelope Valley, will often perform scans such as pet ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and CT scans. Doing one or more of these scans gives vets a clearer picture of these issue to provide the most effective treatments.
What Are the Different Kinds of Scans?
Ultrasounds
A veterinary ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from the inside of the body. It’s also known as sonography.
The technology is similar to that used by sonar and radar, which help the military detect planes and ships. An ultrasound allows your doctor to see problems with organs, vessels, and tissues without needing to make an incision. Unlike other imaging techniques, ultrasound uses no radiation. For this reason, dog ultrasounds and cat ultrasounds are the preferred method for viewing a developing fetus during pregnancy.
Echocardiogram
A pet echocardiogram uses similar technology to an ultrasound. The difference is that the technology focuses its attention on the heart. When a vet performs an echocardiogram, they are given a visual picture of how well the heart is pumping, giving valuable insight into the heart’s valves and chambers.
CT Scan
An animal CT scan is another imaging test that uses X-ray images in order to capture a clear picture of the bones and soft tissues in the animal’s body. CT scans do utilize some radiation. As such, veterinarians use precautionary measures to help protect themselves and the animals during CT scans for dogs.
Why a Vet May Perform Scans
An animal that is exhibiting concerning symptoms like pain or swelling may be suffering from any number of conditions. Performing one of these three scans can help get under the fur to give vets a view of animals’ internal organs, such as the:
- Bladder
- Heart
- Eyes
- Gallbladder
- Kidneys
- Liver
- Ovaries
- Pancreas
- Spleen
- Thyroid
- Testicles
- Uterus
- Blood vessels
Our Promise
At the Animal Medical Center of Antelope Valley, we know that bringing your pet in to have serious medical work done can be intimidating. That’s why we work to create an environment where you feel your pet is being cared for, combined with state-of-the-art technology that will ensure your pet receives the best care possible.
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