Veterinary medical analysis laboratory in Geneva Vétélys: fast, accurate diagnostics
A rapid and accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure the health and well-being of your companions. The Vétélys – Vernier Genève clinic is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and boasts a comprehensive
medical analysis laboratory, enabling a wide range of tests to be carried out directly on site. Thanks to our state-of-the-art equipment and expertise, we can provide immediate results, right at the patient’s bedside, for rapid, optimal care.
In addition, we collaborate with specialized external laboratories for specific analyses, guaranteeing short turnaround times and rigorous follow-up with pet owners. Every weekday evening, a courier collects samples for these outsourced analyses.
Veterinary medical analysis laboratory in Vernier Geneva
When to use the veterinary laboratory?
Why and when should I have medical analyses carried out on my pet? Find out the main reasons to contact our medical analysis laboratory in Geneva and be taken care of by one of our veterinarians.
Medical analyses are often recommended by the veterinarian in the following situations:
- Routine examinations: health check-ups, preparation for anesthesia or treatment follow-up.
- Digestive disorders: diarrhea, vomiting, suspected parasites or infections.
- Respiratory symptoms: cough, shortness of breath or suspected parasitic disease (angiostrongylosis).
- Fever of undetermined origin or persistent fatigue.
- Urinary abnormalities: infections, crystals or kidney disorders.
- Detection of infectious diseases: FIV/FeLV,
- Emergency diagnosis of serious diseases: leptospirosis, parvovirosis, typhus, pancreatitis
- Coagulation pathologies or rat poisoning requiring blood tests.
Veterinary medical analysis laboratory in Vernier Geneva
Services and tests available at the veterinary laboratory
Tests carried out on site at the Vétélys clinic: immediate results. Find out more about the main reasons to contact our medical laboratory service in Geneva and be taken care of by one of our veterinarians.
On-site tests at the Vétélys clinic: immediate results
Our laboratory is equipped to carry out the following analyses directly on site at the patient’s bedside:
- Hematology: complete blood workup to assess red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Essential for monitoring chemotherapy protocols.
- Blood biochemistry with ionogram: evaluation of organs (blood sugar, liver, kidneys) and electrolytes.
- Specific tests:
- Pancreatitis (in dogs and cats): specific lipase cPLI and fPLI in quantitative
- CRP C-reactive protein
- Thyroid hormones
- Fructosamine for monitoring diabetes mellitus
- FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) and FeLV (feline leukemia),
- Giardia radide test for digestive disorders.
- Coagulation tests for haemostasis disorders
- Blood gas for respiratory or metabolic pathologies and monitoring of
animals in intensive care. - Progesterone dosage for heat monitoring.
- Urinalysis: detection of urinary anomalies (crystals, basteries, etc.)
- Microscope: basic cytological examinations to identify parasites (piroplasmosis), abnormal cells or infections.
- Specific tests for parasitic, bacterial and viral infectious diseases:
- Parasites: angiostrongylosis, ehrlichiosis.
- Bacteria: leptospirosis.
- Viruses: typhus, parvovirosis (panleukopenia).
The results of these examinations are immediate, guaranteeing early diagnosis and rapid, optimal treatment.
Analyses carried out by an external laboratory: a fast additional service
For more specialised tests, we send samples to external partner laboratories
by courier every weekday evening:
- Cytological and histological analyses: diagnosis of tumours or cellular anomalies.
- Colposcopies and specific stool tests: in-depth assessment of digestive disorders.
- Various PCRs: FIP, calacivirus, etc.
- Diagnosis of specific endocrine disorders.
We provide rigorous follow-up with a rapid response time and an organised process for calling owners back as soon as we receive the results.
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Veterinary medical analysis laboratory in Vernier Geneva
Veterinary medical analysis in Geneva
There are 4 stages in a veterinary medical analysis in Geneva: initial clinical examination, taking of samples, analysis on site or in an external laboratory, interpretation and implementation of a treatment plan.
Initial clinical examination
- Identification of symptoms and discussion of the animal’s medical history.
- Selection of necessary tests according to suspected pathologies.
Taking samples
- Blood for haematology, biochemistry or infectious tests.
- Urine or stool for parasitic, bacterial or biochemical analysis.
- Cytology by smear or puncture to identify cellular anomalies.
On-site or external laboratory analysis
- Immediate results for tests performed on site.
- Rapid transmission of samples to external laboratory if necessary.
Interpretation and implementation of a treatment plan
- Explain results to owner.
- Implement care or treatment according to diagnosis and patient’s condition.
Answers to your questions
Find out more about Vétélys’ veterinary medical analysis laboratory in Vernier, Geneva
What are the advantages of an on-site veterinary laboratory?
On-site analysis enables :
- Rapid diagnosis for immediate action in emergencies.
- Accurate results, thanks to modern equipment and veterinary surgeons trained in analysis interpretation.
- Better management of complex cases, by combining imaging and medical analysis results.
How long does it take to get results?
On-site test results are available within minutes. For analyses sent to an external laboratory, the turnaround time is generally 24 to 48 hours.
Does my pet need to fast for the tests?
Yes, it is often advisable to fast the animal (6 to 12 hours) before taking blood samples, to guarantee reliable results.
For follow-up of endocrine disorders, the veterinarian will specify the ideal time for blood sampling, depending on the treatment.
Testimonials
They’ve been at Vétélys clinic
Professional and friendly welcome. I was taken care of quickly. They provide 24/24 emergency care: it’s reassuring. Competent and very well equipped (lab, mri, scanner).
Open 24 hours a day, it’s great.
Little waiting, clear explanations and really friendly vets.
Definitely the best in Geneva.
A team that listens and is competent, that doesn’t push you to consume, thank you and bravo! Finally a quality hospital and ER in a big city like Geneva just indispensable. Thank you 🙏
Efficient. Friendly.
A very friendly and professional team. Outdoor parking spaces await you.
An excellent practice that has always taken good care of my Jack Russel, Aïko. Available, attentive and competent. Whenever I have a problem, the practice always manages to find me an appointment within the day, which is reassuring for me and my friend.
Experts view
Tips to facilitate sampling and analysis:
- Prepare your pet: avoid feeding it before the consultation if blood sampling is planned.
- Notify us of any current treatment: certain medications can influence the
results of analyses. - Bring a recent urine or stool sample if urinary or digestive tests are required. For urine analysis, use a micturition medium, and for stools, collect 3 samples from 3 different defecations for a more representative sample. Sampling jars are available on request. For prescribed analyses, please hand in your samples at reception before 6 p.m. for dispatch to the laboratory the same evening
Dr. Méd. Vét. Mathais Mahinc, a veterinary expert in internal medicine, recommends :
“Rapid diagnosis is often the key to treating diseases effectively. Laboratory tests are indispensable for confirming a treatment tailored to each situation.”
Consultations
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Basic haematology or biochemistry: CHF 100 to 200.
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Specific tests (IVF, Giardia, coagulation) : CHF 50 to 150 per test.
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Urinalysis with Sediview : CHF 80 to 120 per test.
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Parasitic tests (angiostrongylosis, ehrlichiosis): CHF 150 to 300.
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External cytological or histological tests: CHF 160 to 300.
A personalized quotation is provided for each case, according to your animal’s specific needs.
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