Pet Blood Work and Lab Testing in East Cobb, Marietta, GA, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - East Cobb Marietta is a vet in East Cobb that runs blood work and lab tests for dogs and cats. Many tests run in the clinic's in-house lab, so results often come back during the same visit and the vet can start a plan right away.

Lab tests show what an exam can't. Kidney changes, infections and low red blood cell counts can be found long before a pet looks sick.

Call (678) 539-8441 or book online. Walk-ins are welcome.

When does my pet need blood work?

Your pet at Petfolk East Cobb may need blood work:

• When sick, to find the cause of vomiting, weight loss, drinking more or low energy.

• Before anesthesia, to plan surgery or a dental cleaning safely.

• At senior checkups, often once a year for pets about 7 and older.

• When on long-term medicine, to check the liver and kidneys.

• As a baseline when your pet is healthy, so later changes stand out.

Across Petfolk, senior cats are about twice as likely as younger adult cats to have blood work at a wellness visit (34% vs 18%, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026).

What do the common tests check?

The vet at Petfolk East Cobb will explain which tests fit your pet. The most common:

1. Complete blood count (CBC): red cells for anemia, white cells for infection or inflammation, and platelets for clotting.

2. Chemistry panel: kidney and liver values, blood sugar, protein and electrolytes (body salts).

3. Thyroid test: often for older cats losing weight, or dogs gaining it.

4. Urinalysis: urine concentration, crystals, sugar and signs of infection.

5. Heartworm and tick disease test: a quick in-house blood test for dogs.

6. Fecal exam: a stool test for intestinal parasites.

How fast will I get my pet's results?

Many results come back during your visit at Petfolk East Cobb, often within the hour. Some tests, such as certain hormone tests, urine cultures or tissue samples, go to an outside lab and take a few days. The team tells you which kind your pet is getting and how you will hear back.

Nearly instant bloodwork helped us create an immediate action plan.

Kelly S., Google review

Getting ready for the test

Some tests are more accurate if your pet has not eaten for several hours, so ask when you book. Water is usually fine. If the vet wants a urine sample, try not to let your dog pee right before the visit. For cats, the team can collect a clean sample at the clinic.

Fear Free handling is standard at every Petfolk clinic. A blood draw takes a minute, and treats, a calm hold and a quiet room help most pets stay relaxed.

Reading the numbers together

A single number slightly out of range does not always mean disease. The vet looks at the whole picture: the exam, your pet's age, past results and how your pet feels. You'll leave knowing what the results mean, what to do next and when to retest.

Cost of lab tests

Each test at Petfolk East Cobb is priced on its own. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit. A PetfolkCare membership, which starts at $199 a year, includes the wellness exam where many routine tests are done.

When results point to an urgent problem

Sometimes blood work shows a problem that needs care right away, like a very low red cell count or a blocked bladder. The vet will explain the next step. If your pet needs hospital care through the night, the team will help you get to a 24-hour emergency hospital such as Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency on Powers Ferry Common SE in Marietta. For senior plans, see senior pet care in East Cobb.

Book lab work

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - East Cobb Marietta is at 4475 Roswell Rd, Suite 1420, Marietta, GA 30062. Call (678) 539-8441 to book.

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