What is a baseline lab test and why is it important? - Animal Hospital of Statesville
Baseline is your pet's normal. We know the general normal values on a lab screen, but it's what your pet's normal is. And so, if we have a baseline and later there are some abnormalities, we know the degree of the abnormality based on your pet's baseline.
Contributed by Nichola Gaither
from Animal Hospital of Statesville
What is a baseline lab test and why is it important? - Brunswick Veterinary Hospital
A baseline lab test is essentially a lab test conducted on a patient when they're healthy. This provides a point of comparison for future instances when the cat might fall sick or if there's a progression of a known illness. It helps us understand if there's progression, if the current state is expected for this patient, or if there's something new or more concerning happening.
Contributed by Dr. Hannah Grant DVM
from Brunswick Veterinary Hospital