When your pet isn’t feeling well, waiting for answers can be a stressful experience. At The Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro, we believe that timely and accurate information plays a crucial role in helping pets recover more quickly. That’s why we use Vetscan Imagyst®, an advanced diagnostic system from Zoetis designed to deliver reliable results, often during the same visit.
This technology enables our veterinary team to evaluate samples efficiently, clearly explain findings, and proceed with care without unnecessary delays.
What Is Vetscan Imagyst®?
Vetscan Imagyst® is a digital diagnostic platform that combines a high-resolution microscope with artificial intelligence (AI) and access to veterinary specialists. Instead of sending samples to an outside laboratory and waiting days for results, many analyses can be performed right here in our hospital.
The system scans samples digitally and uses AI to identify abnormalities. Your veterinarian then reviews the findings and discusses the results with you, ensuring that medical decisions are based on both advanced technology and professional expertise.
What Types of Samples Can Be Tested?
Vetscan Imagyst® supports a wide range of diagnostic testing, making it useful for both routine screenings and problem-focused exams. Common samples include:
Fecal (Stool) Samples
Stool testing helps detect intestinal parasites that may cause digestive upset, weight loss, or other health concerns. Early detection allows treatment to begin promptly and can help protect both pets and households.
Urine Samples
Urinalysis can detect the presence of crystals, bacteria, and signs of infection or inflammation in the urinary tract. These findings are especially important for pets with frequent urination, discomfort, or changes in litter box or bathroom habits.
Blood Smears
Blood smears offer insight into the health of blood cells, including white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. This information can support the diagnosis of anemia, infection, inflammation, or other systemic conditions.
Skin and Ear Samples
Skin and ear samples identify bacteria and yeast that commonly contribute to itching, redness, and discomfort.
Lumps, Bumps, and Masses
Samples from lumps or masses can be screened to evaluate abnormal cells. While not every lump is serious, understanding what’s present helps guide monitoring or next steps if further testing is needed.
Why Faster Diagnostics Matter for Your Pet
Diagnostic timing plays a vital role in veterinary care. With Vetscan Imagyst®, many test results are available quickly, which can make a meaningful difference in your pet’s care plan.
Sooner Treatment Decisions
When results are available during the visit, your veterinarian can often recommend treatment right away rather than waiting for follow-up calls or additional appointments.
Consistent, Supported Results
The AI-assisted analysis provides consistent evaluations across samples, while your veterinarian’s review ensures that results are interpreted in the context of your pet’s overall health.
Clear Visual Explanations
Because results are image-based, we can often show you what we’re seeing. This can help make medical discussions easier to understand and support informed decision-making.
Fewer Delays and Return Visits
In many cases, faster answers reduce the need for repeat appointments solely to review lab results, helping streamline care for both you and your pet.
Access to Specialists When Needed
If additional expertise is required, results can be shared digitally with board-certified veterinary pathologists, ensuring that more complex cases receive appropriate review.
How the Vetscan Imagyst® Process Works
The diagnostic process is designed to be efficient and minimally stressful for your pet:
Sample Collection
A small sample—such as urine, stool, blood, or a skin swab—is collected during your pet’s exam.
Digital Scanning
The sample is scanned using a high-resolution digital microscope, creating detailed images for analysis.
AI Analysis
Artificial intelligence evaluates the images to identify abnormalities or areas of concern.
Veterinary Review
Your veterinarian reviews the results, considers your pet’s symptoms and history, and discusses findings with you.
Next Steps
If necessary, results can be shared with veterinary specialists, or treatment can begin immediately.
This collaborative approach helps ensure that technology supports, rather than replaces, personalized veterinary care.
Supporting Transparent, High-Quality Care
At The Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro, our goal is to provide care that is efficient, thoughtful, and transparent. Diagnostic tools like Vetscan Imagyst® help us better understand what’s happening with your pet’s health while keeping you informed throughout the process.
By combining advanced diagnostic capabilities with clear communication and professional expertise, we aim to make veterinary visits more productive and less uncertain for both pets and their owners.
If you have questions about diagnostic testing or how Vetscan Imagyst® may support your pet’s care, our team is always happy to help. Call today to learn more!
