Pet Radiology & Imaging in Arlington, VA

When your pet isn’t feeling well, fast and accurate answers matter. Cherrydale Veterinary Clinic offers digital imaging and in-house laboratory diagnostics for dogs and cats in Arlington, VA, helping our team diagnose problems quickly and accurately so your pet can get the right care without delay.

Diagnostic Answers When Your Pet Needs Them

Whether your pet is sick or requires pre-surgical screening the right diagnostics are critical. Through digital imaging and laboratory testing, we provide a quick and accurate diagnosis for your dog or cat.

Digital X-Rays

Digital radiographs are reviewed by board-certified radiologists via tele-radiology for a precise diagnosis.

Ultrasound

Non-invasive ultrasound imaging to evaluate your pet’s internal organs, performed by our certified Ultrasonographer and reviewed by a team of board certified radiologists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Curious how we diagnose what’s going on with your pet? Here are answers to what Arlington pet owners ask us most about our imaging and laboratory services.

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What diagnostic services does Cherrydale offer?

We offer in-house laboratory testing — including complete blood counts, blood chemistries, urinalysis, and tick-borne and parasite testing — along with digital X-rays and ultrasound. For broader screenings, we also partner with Antech Diagnostics, giving your pet access to a full range of diagnostics in one place.
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How quickly will I get my pet's results?

Our in-house lab provides rapid results for sick patients, often during the same visit, so treatment can begin right away. For more detailed screenings sent to our reference laboratory, Antech Diagnostics, results are usually available the next day.
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Who reviews my pet's X-rays?

Every image we take is reviewed by board-certified radiologists through our teleradiology services, using the latest digital imaging technology. This gives your pet the benefit of specialist insight and a more precise diagnosis.

In-House & Reference Laboratory

Our in-house laboratory lets us run key tests — complete blood counts, blood chemistries, urinalysis, and tick-borne and internal parasite testing — right here, delivering rapid results when your pet is sick and time matters. For more detailed screenings, we partner with Antech Diagnostics, typically with next-day results. Together, they give our team the information needed to make confident, timely decisions about your pet’s care.

Why Diagnostics Matter

The right test at the right time helps us find answers early, when they matter most.

Many health problems aren’t visible from the outside. Diagnostic imaging and laboratory testing let our team look beneath the surface — catching hidden issues, guiding accurate treatment, and screening for safety before anesthesia or surgery. For sick and senior pets especially, the right diagnostics can make all the difference.
A fluffy cat with brown and white fur is held by a person wearing a teal scrub top and a stethoscope around their neck.