X-ray

Radiography is a valuable diagnostic tool in veterinary medicine. A radiograph (also called an x-ray) is a type of photograph that can look inside the body and reveal information that may not be discernible from the outside. Radiography can be used to evaluate almost any organ in the body, including the heart, lungs, and abdominal organs, as well as the bones. Radiography is painless and non-invasive, using very low doses of radiation. Because the level of radiation exposure needed to perform radiography is very low, even pregnant females and very young pets can undergo radiography. Radiographs can be used to evaluate bones as well as the size, shape, and position of many of the body’s organs. The size of organs is important because some medical conditions—such as kidney, heart, or liver disease—can alter the size of these organs.

Radiographs are an important tool that can help us make a correct diagnosis for your pet. Our radiology service is staffed by caring, skilled professionals who will provide state-of-the-art care with compassion and expertise.

Your pet’s radiographs will be submitted to a board-certified radiologist for an official diagnostic report

Ultrasound

At West Russell Animal Hospital, we offer the latest technology in diagnostic ultrasound services as a means of providing your pet with the highest level of quality veterinary care. Ultrasonography is a type of diagnostic technique that uses ultrasound waves to produce an imaging study. This means that when we perform ultrasonography, we can see internal images of the patient’s body.  Ultrasonography allows us to evaluate the internal structure of organs.

Unlike some other imaging studies, such as x-rays, ultrasonography does not use radiation. Instead, ultrasonography uses high-frequency sound (ultrasonic) waves to create a picture of what is inside your pet’s body. Ultrasonography is a completely non-invasive, painless way to diagnose and evaluate many common diseases.