It is a type of hyperlipidemia wherein the high levels of fat is visible to the naked eye. The serum or plasma (part of the blood in a test tube) is usually seen as having a milky appearance instead of being clear.

At AVCI, we only test for cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is diagnosed when dogs reach >300 mg/dL, while cats at >200 mg/dL.

No. You need to fast your pet dog or pet cat for 12 hours. 12 hours fasting is enough to rule out lipemia due to diet (especially when eating fatty food).

Our cholesterol test is P275 only.

Yes, as high levels of cholesterol is an indicator of a pre-existing disease such as diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, pancreatitis, hyperadrenocorticism, hepatic disease, cholestatic disorders, and nephrotic syndrome.

If with high cholesterol, our staff will request tests to rule out possible pre-existing diseases as mentioned above. If a pre-existing disease is confirmed, our vets will prescribe the necessary medicine and lifestyle changes for your pet.