Advanced Imaging Services at Animal Trust: CT Scanners, Ultrasound, and X-rays

At Animal Trust, we proudly offer advanced imaging techniques to ensure the best possible diagnostic care for your pet. Among these techniques is CT scanning, a sophisticated diagnostic tool that provides detailed, three-dimensional images of your pet's internal tissue and organs. This technology allows diagnosing conditions that cannot be easily diagnosed with conventional imaging, such as X-rays or ultrasound.

Where to Access Our CT Scanning Services

We have permanent CT scanners at our Bolton and Ellesmere Port surgeries. These facilities are available to our own patients, who help diagnose many conditions, and we also accept referrals from other vets. If your pet would benefit from advanced imaging, then our CT scanning services are here to help.

You can access our CT scanning service at our Bolton and Ellesmere Port surgeries. We also offer ultrasound and conventional X-ray services in all of our surgeries.

How CT Scanning Works

CT scanning, or computed tomography, uses X-ray technology to take multiple cross-sectional images of your pet's body. A computer then combines these images to create a detailed 3D representation of the internal structures. This advanced imaging technique is particularly useful for:

• Detailed Bone Analysis: Identifying fractures, joint issues, and bone tumours.
• Soft Tissue Examination: Evaluating organs, blood vessels, and other soft tissues for abnormalities.
• Complex Diagnoses: Providing a clearer picture of conditions such as cancer, vascular diseases, and congenital anomalies.

Complementary Imaging Services

In addition to CT scanning, we offer multiple imaging services at all our Animal Trust surgeries, including:

Ultrasound This imaging method uses sound waves to create real-time images of your pet’s internal organs. Ultrasound is an extremely safe technology as it uses sound waves to generate the images. It is particularly useful for examining theorgans such as the heart, liver, bladder, spleen, kidneys, and other soft tissues. It can also guide certain procedures, such as biopsies.

Conventional X-rays X-rays are essential for diagnosing a wide range of conditions, from broken bones to respiratory issues. They provide quick and valuable insights into your pet's health.

The Benefits of Our Advanced Imaging Services

• Accurate Diagnoses: Advanced imaging can help diagnose your pet’s health issues precisely, leading to more effective treatment plans.

• Non-Invasive: These imaging techniques are non-invasive, ensuring your pet's comfort while providing critical information.

• Quick Results: Our on-site imaging facilities allow us to quickly obtain and analyse results. In some cases, the results are instant, minimising the wait time for diagnosis and treatment. In other cases, the images will be interpreted by a specialist, and a written report will be provided in a couple of days.

Elevate your pet’s care with Animal Trust for peace of mind and fair prices.

We understand that your pet’s health and well-being are paramount to you. Our commitment to offering advanced diagnostic tools, like CT scanning, alongside traditional imaging services ensures that you and your pet have a wide range of appropriate care options.

• Peace of Mind: Advanced imaging helps get clear and accurate information about your pet’s health, giving you peace of mind.

• Fair Prices: We strive to offer these advanced services at fair and competitive prices, making quality veterinary care accessible to all pet owners.

Register Today

Take the first step towards comprehensive and advanced care for your pet. Register with Animal Trust today and access our full range of diagnostic services, including CT scanning. Alternatively, if you are happy with your current vet but have been advised your pet needs a CT scan you can ask your vet to refer you to Animal Trust to access our affordable CT services.

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