Project Description
Is your horse underperforming or under the weather? Find out why…
No matter how thorough our vets are, not every diagnosis can be made on physical examination alone.
Diagnostics offered at Torch Equine Vets for our clients across the south west include our two highly equipped laboratories. Blood, urine and microbiology analysis provide routine health monitoring and pre-anaesthesia safety checks. Immediate critical information allows us to respond quickly in emergency situations.
At Torch Equine Vets you can be assured of rapid and reliable diagnostics and meaningful interpretation by experienced veterinary clinicians.
Routine health monitoring
Competitively priced racing/competition horse blood profiles
McMaster or FECPAK worm egg counting
Skin scrapings for parasites
Bacteriological culture
Immunoglobulin (IGG) level testing in foals

We have direct access to specialist external laboratories in the UK which can provide:
More comprehensive testing
Hormone testing
Histology examination – (examination of tissues)

Torch Equine Vets diagnostics:
Radiography & Ultrasound
Radiography and ultrasound are the most commonly used imaging techniques in horses and our vets have access to a full range of portable digital equipment.
Video-gastroscopy and endoscopy
Utilising the latest technology to achieve clear visual access to internal structures of the horse through minimally invasive procedures.
Independent vets, dedicated care

The provision of outstanding veterinary care and excellent customer service lies at the heart of what we do. Thanks to our five convenient locations we cover large parts of the south-west. Our reach is wide but our focus remains on offering the highest clinical standards and customer service to our highly valued clients.