Laboratory

The laboratory at Alabama Performance Horse allows us to obtain important information quickly to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment of our patients. We perform complete blood counts, Serum Amyloid A (SAA), Foal IgG snap tests, and chemistry panels on-site. All of our surgery patients have a complete blood count and blood chemistry performed before a procedure is done.

CHEMISTRY

A chemistry panel is a collection of individual laboratory tests, each of which assess the level of a variety of enzymes and electrolytes. These values provide information about the function and health of kidney, liver, muscle, blood, intestine and other body systems.

COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT

Also known as Complete Blood Count, is a common test performed to provide objective information about the general health of your horse. A CBC provides a measurement of different cells in your horse’s blood, such as the number of red and white blood cells and platelets. It is also a routine screening test that is used before surgery to assess general health.

FECAL EGG COUNT

Fecal Egg Count measures the number of eggs that are passed in each gram of manure. This is a quantitative test. While doing a FEC it will also show other intestinal parasites your horse might have, such as ascarids. FEC help determine if your horse needs to be dewormed and what dewormer would be best.

SERUM AMYLOID A

Serum Amyloid A (SAA) is a protein produced in the liver. It is an early indicator of systemic inflammation or infection. The level increases in response to an infection.