Oncura Partners Veterinary Imaging Center FAQs

There is no question too big or too small for us. Below are some answers to our most common questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

At Oncura Partners Veterinary Imaging Center, we get a ton of interesting questions from pet parents. Below are some common FAQs that might help answer any questions or concerns. Please feel free to call your location for any other concerns you might have about your pet.

I'm worried about my pet. Can I stay with my pet the whole time?

Yes! Because we want to reduce stress for both you and your pet, we encourage you to be present during the ultrasound. Our patients are not sent off and left to face the unknown. We strive to have you and your pet in and out in under an hour. We found that when the owners are present during the ultrasound, the pets are significantly more relaxed and are less likely to require extra sedation. We sometimes ask you to step back into the lobby area because having the owner there sometimes backfires and causes the pet to become especially squirrely.

How long does it take to get results?

Our telespecialists often have our reports in your veterinarian’s hands within 12-24 hours.

Do I need to be referred by a veterinarian?
In a way, yes. Your veterinarian must recommend that your pet get an ultrasound, but they are not required to send you to us. A veterinarian will frequently refer families to other professionals who can perform ultrasounds. Nonetheless, when families learn they can stay with their pets at Oncura Partners Veterinary Imaging Center, they prefer us to the other options.
What kind of prep does my pet need for the procedure?
We strongly advise your referring veterinarian to give oral sedatives to facilitate a smooth procedure. Pets coming in for abdominal ultrasounds must have fasted for 8-12 hours, have a full bladder (do not let them urinate from the car to our door! ), and their abdomens will be shaved by the OPVIC team upon arrival. Cardiac ultrasounds do not require the pet to fast or have a full bladder, however, oral sedatives can help a lot!
Do you take emergencies?
No, we do not always have a veterinarian on-site. The presence of a veterinarian is not required for our duty of just performing ultrasonography tests and collecting lab results. If you believe your pet is in distress, please contact your veterinarian or a veterinary emergency service in your region.
What is the difference between just getting an ultrasound or having a full remote specialty consultation performed?

Your veterinarian may request only an ultrasound or a full remote consultation with a specialist. When a comprehensive consultation is advised, we may gather further information such as an ECG, blood and urine samples, blood pressure, and even audio of your pet’s heart using a digital stethoscope. We then combine this information with your veterinarian’s comprehensive medical history, including past test results and treatments. The specialist uses this information to generate a report to communicate with your veterinarian’s suspected diagnosis, prognosis, treatments, additional testing that may be necessary, and follow-up plans.