Pet Parasite Control & Prevention
A blood test to determine the presence of heartworm disease by detecting the presence of an adult (female) heartworm. Deworming for parasites inlcudes round, hook, tape, whip worms; Flea tick treatment/prevention; HW testing & preventative.
Heartworm Test
Heartworm Test: A blood test to determine the presence of heartworm disease by detecting the presence of an adult (female) heartworm. Heartworm disease is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito and can cause significant heart and lung disease which can be fatal if untreated.
4DX Test: includes testing for heartworm and screening for antibodies (indicating exposure at some point in time), not active infection or sickness of 3-Tick Borne Diseases including Ehrlichia, Anaplasma, and Lyme disease.
If your pet has a POSITIVE for any of these test results, it is very important to schedule a recheck exam & consultation with your veterinarian to discuss next possible diagnostic steps or if a treatment plan is indicated.