In House Laboratory

Our state-of-the-art in-house laboratory provides same-day results for a wide range of diagnostic tests, allowing us to diagnose illness faster, start treatment sooner and keep you informed every step of the way

When your horse is unwell, every hour can matter. Waiting several days for laboratory results can delay diagnosis, prolong uncertainty and postpone important treatment decisions.

At KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd, our fully equipped in-house laboratory allows us to perform a wide range of diagnostic tests with same-day results. This means we can investigate illness more quickly, monitor treatment more effectively and provide answers when you need them most.

By combining advanced laboratory technology with experienced veterinary interpretation, we can make informed clinical decisions without unnecessary delay.

Why Does an In-House Laboratory Matter?

Fast laboratory results allow us to:

• Reach diagnoses more quickly.
• Begin treatment sooner where appropriate.
• Monitor response to treatment in real time.
• Reduce the need for repeat visits.
• Provide greater reassurance for owners.
• Support emergency and critical care cases.

Having immediate access to diagnostic information means we can tailor treatment plans to your horse’s individual needs, rather than waiting days for external laboratory reports.

Haematology (Complete Blood Count)

Haematology examines the cells within your horse’s blood and provides valuable information about overall health.

This test can help identify:

• Infection
• Inflammation
• Anaemia
• Immune system disorders
• Stress responses
• Blood loss

It is one of the most commonly requested tests when investigating horses that are unwell or performing below their expected level.

Biochemistry

Blood biochemistry assesses the function of your horse’s internal organs and measures important substances circulating within the bloodstream.

Biochemistry testing can provide information about:

• Liver function
• Kidney function
• Muscle health
• Electrolyte balance
• Protein levels
• Metabolic disorders

These results are invaluable when investigating illness, monitoring recovery and assessing general health.

Serum Amyloid A (SAA)

Serum Amyloid A (SAA) is one of the most sensitive markers of inflammation available in horses.

SAA testing helps us:

• Detect inflammation early.
• Differentiate inflammatory disease from non-inflammatory conditions.
• Monitor response to treatment.
• Track recovery following illness or surgery.

Because SAA responds rapidly to changes within the body, it is an extremely useful tool for monitoring horses with infections, inflammatory conditions and post-operative recovery.

Foal IgG Testing

The first hours of a foal’s life are critical.

Our in-house IgG testing allows us to quickly determine whether a newborn foal has received sufficient antibodies from the mare’s colostrum—a process known as passive transfer.

Rapid testing enables us to:

• Identify failure of passive transfer early.
• Decide whether plasma transfusions are required.
• Reduce the risk of life-threatening infections.
• Give foals the best possible start in life.

Because results are available immediately, treatment can begin before a foal develops serious clinical signs.

Faecal Worm Egg Counts

Effective parasite control is no longer about routine worming—it is about targeted treatment based on evidence.

Our in-house faecal worm egg count service allows us to assess your horse’s worm burden and advise whether treatment is actually necessary.

Targeted worming helps to:

• Reduce unnecessary use of wormers.
• Slow the development of wormer resistance.
• Protect pasture health.
• Maintain effective parasite control.

This evidence-based approach is now considered best practice for modern equine parasite management.

Supporting Better Veterinary Care

Laboratory results are never interpreted in isolation.

Every result is assessed alongside your horse’s clinical examination, history and any additional diagnostic findings, allowing us to build a complete picture of your horse’s health and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan.

Whether investigating poor performance, monitoring a sick horse, assessing a newborn foal or carrying out routine health screening, our in-house laboratory provides the rapid answers that support confident clinical decision-making.

Why Choose KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd?

At KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd, we believe that faster diagnosis leads to better care.

Our investment in advanced in-house laboratory equipment allows us to deliver same-day results for many of the most important diagnostic tests, reducing delays and helping us provide prompt, evidence-based treatment for horses of all ages.

Because when it comes to your horse’s health, timely answers make all the difference.