Same-visit digital X-rays, ultrasound, and 10 to 15 minute in-house lab testing in Morgan Hill, paired with trusted veterinary reference labs when specialized pathology is needed.
Reviewed by Dr. Jaspal Harika, DVM. Last reviewed: November 10, 2026. Educational information only; not a substitute for an in-person exam. See our medical disclaimer.
Dogs and cats are experts at hiding discomfort. Digital X-rays, ultrasound, and in-house blood and urine testing let Dr. Jaspal Harika, DVM, and our team see what a hands-on exam alone cannot, often during the very same visit at Morgan Hill Animal Hospital so you are not left waiting days for answers when your pet is unwell.
We typically recommend diagnostic testing in four moments:
Note that body imaging here is separate from intraoral tooth-root imaging: visit digital dental X-rays if you are looking for full-mouth dental radiographs. You always review a written estimate before non-emergent testing begins. Call (408) 779-7325 at 16150 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM; closed Sunday).
This hub explains how we choose the right test for your pet’s symptoms or life stage. Explore each diagnostic service below for details on how the modality works.
Advanced surgical monitoring tracks heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, breathing, and body temperature continuously throughout surgical and dental anesthesia.
Same-visit digital X-rays produce clear, low-radiation images of bones, joints, lungs, and abdominal contours to evaluate fractures, arthritis, coughs, or swallowed objects. For tooth-root imaging, see digital dental X-rays.
Noninvasive veterinary ultrasound lets us visualize internal abdominal organs and assess heart function in real time, helping detect masses, fluid accumulation, bladder stones, or cardiac changes calmly.
Our in-house laboratory runs complete blood counts (CBC), organ chemistry panels, urinalysis, fecal checks, and SNAP 4Dx Plus heartworm/tick screening, with results typically ready in 10 to 15 minutes during your visit.
When a case calls for histopathology (biopsy analysis), cultures, or specialized endocrine panels, we coordinate directly with trusted veterinary reference laboratories and call you as soon as results arrive.
Not every test needs to wait days, and not every specialized assay belongs on a tabletop analyzer. When your dog or cat comes in vomiting, limping, feverish, or preparing for anesthesia, our in-house laboratory and on-site digital X-rays or ultrasound deliver answers during the appointment so treatment can start right away.
When your pet needs a tissue biopsy, microbiology culture, allergy screen, or specialized hormone panel, we send samples to accredited veterinary reference laboratories. You still communicate only with our Morgan Hill clinic: we handle sample preparation, track turnaround, and walk you through what the numbers mean for your pet’s care plan. Before any scheduled blood draw or abdominal ultrasound, let us know if your pet takes daily medications, and ask our front desk whether a short fast or a full bladder will help us get the clearest results on the first try. Remember that we are a daytime hospital; life-threatening after-hours emergencies should go straight to a 24-hour emergency hospital (such as MedVet Silicon Valley, no affiliation).
Call (408) 779-7325 or contact us to book a diagnostic appointment for your dog or cat. If your pet is having difficulty breathing, collapsing, or experiencing a daytime crisis, see urgent and emergency care immediately.
Morgan Hill Animal Hospital provides on-site digital X-rays, noninvasive ultrasound (including abdominal scans and heart evaluations), an in-house laboratory for blood counts, organ chemistry, urinalysis, fecal checks, and SNAP 4Dx Plus screening, advanced surgical monitoring, and specialty send-out testing through trusted veterinary reference laboratories.
Dogs and cats naturally hide discomfort, and early kidney changes, liver disease, diabetes, or thyroid imbalances rarely show outward symptoms right away. Screening during an annual wellness exam or twice-yearly senior pet checkup (age 8 and up) establishes your pet’s healthy baseline and catches subtle shifts early, when care is simpler.
Digital X-ray and ultrasound images are reviewed during your appointment, and our in-house laboratory typically completes routine CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, and heartworm/tick screens in about 10 to 15 minutes while you are here. Biopsies and specialized panels sent to our reference lab partners generally return within a few days, and our team calls you directly to explain the findings.
Body digital X-rays capture clear still images of bones, joints, the chest, and abdominal outlines, making them ideal for lameness, fractures, coughs, or suspected swallowed objects. Ultrasound uses gentle sound waves to view soft-tissue organ structure, fluid, and heart motion in real time. Full-mouth digital dental X-rays are a separate intraoral series performed under anesthesia during dental care to evaluate tooth roots and jawbone below the gumline.
Yes. Before running non-emergent bloodwork, X-rays, or ultrasound, your veterinarian explains which test answers the clinical question and provides a written estimate for your approval. Because imaging views, sedation needs, and lab panels vary from pet to pet, we give you clear, individualized pricing up front rather than a one-size-fits-all number, and CareCredit is available.
In most cases, yes. Having imaging and lab analyzers under one roof lets us complete exams and recommended testing in a single visit whenever possible, and we welcome both new and existing patients for scheduled diagnostic appointments. Call (408) 779-7325 or contact us to book. Existing clients with a daytime urgent symptom can also reach us via daytime urgent care.
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