Laboratory and Analysis

At Balmesvet, we have a laboratory operating 24 hours a day, every day of the year, focused on providing accurate analysis and results for a wide range of tests. This service is vital for fast and effective diagnosis for dogs and cats, allowing us to address emergencies with the utmost efficiency and offer personalized, evidence-based treatments.

Importance of an in-house laboratory:

Immediate response to emergencies: our ability to perform complex analyses immediately is essential for the effective treatment of emergencies, enabling rapid responses and adjustments in real time.
Accurate diagnosis: diagnostic accuracy is significantly improved with the possibility of in-house testing, avoiding delays and ensuring first-rate veterinary care.
Detailed follow-up: the availability of analyses at any time facilitates the detailed follow-up of patients’ progress, adjusting treatments according to the response observed.

The combination of an in-house laboratory with state-of-the-art technology and a highly trained professional team allows us to offer a quality diagnostic service. At Balmesvet, we understand the importance of a fast and accurate diagnosis, so we continually invest in our laboratory to stay at the forefront of veterinary care, ensuring the well-being of our feline and canine patients and the peace of mind of their caregivers.

Balmesvet Laboratory Equipment

Optical microscope and digital microscope: Optical microscopes allow us to examine samples directly and in detail, taking advantage of traditional visualization techniques. On the other hand, digital microscopes facilitate the analysis, storage and sharing of images remotely, allowing more efficient collaboration and remote access for specialized consultations.
Biochemical Analyzer: provides a full spectrum of biochemical results in just 8 minutes. This rapid response capability is vital for pre-anesthetic evaluations and critical patient monitoring, offering flexibility for 34 individual or combined tests, covering not only electrolytes and hormones but also specific tests such as SDMA, bile acids, CRP, Fructosamine, urine P:C ratio and phenobarbital.
Hematology analyzer: performs a complete and detailed blood analysis in just 2 minutes. It is essential for the early detection of diseases and the personalization of treatment plans.
Urine and urinary sediment analyzer: for complete urinalysis, it detects and classifies urinary elements, using a vast database for accurate identification. In addition, its ability to quickly confirm the presence of bacteria streamlines clinical decisions.
Snap test: we have a wide range of these rapid tests for quick diagnosis of infectious and parasitic diseases. These tests combine high sensitivity and specificity for reliable and rapid results, allowing us to provide safe and effective care during the same patient visit.
Coagulation analyzer: an indispensable tool for the rapid detection of blood coagulopathies. It allows crucial testing of at-risk dogs and cats, detecting clotting problems in sick patients or prior to surgical procedures, thus avoiding bleeding complications. With the ability to perform aPTT and PT tests, we guarantee an accurate and timely diagnosis that contributes significantly to the safety and success of treatments, procedures and surgeries.
Gasometry: an essential device in intensive care, specially designed for emergency and ICU, this tool is able to perform critical analysis of venous, arterial and electrolyte gases in real time. The ability to accurately measure vital elements such as sodium, potassium, chlorine, pH, PCO2, tCO2, bicarbonate, anion gap, ionized calcium, sO2, tHB, base excess and glucose, is essential for the timely correction of potentially lethal systemic imbalances.

As you can see, in our veterinary hospital the laboratory is not just a set of advanced equipment; it is the heart of our commitment to the health and welfare of your pet, as it is designed to give constant support to all our specialties, ensuring that each patient receives the most appropriate diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are proud to be a reference center in Barcelona, offering diagnoses and treatments that make a difference in the life of your canine and feline companion.