Urinalysis and Urine Testing
Urinalysis is one of the most effective ways to gain early insight into your pet’s internal health.
At Arnett Animal Hospital, our urine testing services help detect medical concerns before they become serious complications. Because many conditions develop quietly, routine urine analysis plays a major role in preventive care. This simple, non invasive test evaluates kidney function, metabolic health, and urinary tract conditions with accuracy. Our in house diagnostic process ensures timely results, allowing treatment to begin without delay. Whether your pet is showing symptoms or visiting for a wellness exam, urine testing supports informed medical decisions. Pet owners across Chicago trust our thorough, compassionate approach to diagnostic screening and ongoing health monitoring.
Why Urinalysis Is Important for Pets
Urine provides valuable clinical information about how your pet’s organs and body systems are functioning. Even subtle changes can signal underlying disease.
- Detects urinary tract infections
- Screens for kidney dysfunction
- Identifies early signs of diabetes
- Evaluates hydration balance
- Monitors toxin or medication impact
Conditions Detected Through Urine Testing
Urinalysis helps veterinarians diagnose a wide range of medical issues affecting both the urinary system and overall metabolic health.
- Bladder infections and inflammation
- Kidney disease or renal insufficiency
- Urinary crystals and bladder stones
- Protein or glucose abnormalities
- Liver related metabolic disorders
Our Urine Testing Process
We follow a careful diagnostic protocol to ensure accurate results while keeping pets comfortable throughout sample collection and analysis.
- Clean and stress conscious sample collection
- Chemical strip analysis
- Microscopic sediment examination
- Urine concentration evaluation
- Laboratory confirmation when required
Role in Preventive and Long Term Care
Routine urine testing is a key part of wellness care and chronic disease monitoring, especially for senior pets or those with ongoing medical needs.
- Annual wellness screening support
- Senior pet health monitoring
- Chronic illness management tracking
- Medication effectiveness evaluation
- Post treatment recovery assessment