Thyroid Testing
Order T4, free T4, T3, TSH, and available thyroid panels for canine and feline cases.
Veterinary Endocrinology Testing
Submit thyroid, adrenal, reproductive hormone, and related endocrine tests through B&L with clear specimen, timing, and multi-sample requirements.
Endocrine Tests for Common Workups
Adrenal Function Testing
Submit cortisol, ACTH stimulation, and dexamethasone suppression samples with labeled timepoints.
Reproductive Hormones
Use progesterone and Anti-Mullerian Hormone testing when reproductive assessment is needed.
Single-Sample Hormone Assays
Submit individual thyroid, cortisol, progesterone, or AMH tests when a timed protocol is not needed.
When Practices Use Endocrinology Testing
Endocrine testing supports cases in which hormone concentration, stimulation or suppression response, or a related functional assay may guide the diagnostic plan.
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Thyroid disease is suspected or an existing condition needs monitoring.
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An adrenal workup requires baseline, stimulation, or suppression samples.
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Reproductive status or cycle timing requires hormone measurement.
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A single hormone value or thyroid panel is needed for follow-up testing.
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A timed protocol needs confirmation before samples are collected.
Keep Multi-Sample Endocrine Tests in Sequence
For stimulation and suppression tests, protocol timing and unambiguous sample labels are part of the test itself.
Confirm the protocol first
Verify the selected test, medication or stimulant, collection schedule, specimen type, and required number of samples before beginning the procedure.
Record each collection time
Label every tube as baseline, pre-treatment, or the correct post-treatment timepoint. Include actual collection times on the submission form.
Keep identifiers consistent
Use the same patient identifiers on every tube and arrange multi-sample submissions in sequence so each result stays matched to its timepoint.
Separate and store as directed
Many endocrine assays use separated serum, but requirements vary. Follow the B&L test menu for tube, volume, temperature, and shipping instructions.
Endocrinology Tests and Panels
Find thyroid testing, cortisol assays, ACTH stimulation, dexamethasone suppression, reproductive hormones, and related endocrine tests.
Confirm the protocol, number of samples, collection timing, specimen requirements, and turnaround details in the B&L test menu before starting a timed test.
Search thyroid, cortisol, ACTH, or hormone tests| Test | Code | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| ACTH Stimulation (2 samples) 1 Day | 2100 | |
| ACTH Stimulation (3 samples) 1 Day | 2101 | |
| Dexamethasone Suppression (2 samples) 1 Day | 2103 | |
| Dexamethasone Suppression (3 samples) 1 Day | 2104 | |
| View all 15 related tests | ||
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Veterinary Endocrinology FAQs
What endocrinology tests does B&L offer?
The B&L test menu includes thyroid assays and panels, cortisol, ACTH stimulation, dexamethasone suppression, progesterone, Anti-Mullerian Hormone, and related hormone testing.
Why is timing important for ACTH and dexamethasone testing?
These tests evaluate hormone response across defined collection points. Incorrect timing or unclear sample labels can make the series difficult or impossible to interpret correctly.
What specimen is required for endocrine testing?
Many listed endocrine tests use separated serum, but specimen type, fasting, volume, temperature, and timing vary by assay. Confirm each test in the B&L test menu.
Can B&L help a practice confirm an endocrine protocol?
Yes. Contact B&L before collection when your team needs to confirm the correct test, protocol, sample count, timing, or shipping requirements.