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Originally Posted by extazzz  I will call vet tomorrow and ask if she did the test then ask her about the protein thing. Thank you, will keep you posted!! |
She would not have automatically done a bile acids test. It is not part of a basic blood panel. You have to request it specially and there is an extra charge for it (under $75).
This article explains the test:
PSVA and MVD Research Summary
I am just concerned because Yorkies are 36 times more likely to have a liver shunt than all other breeds combined. The symptoms your guy is having are indicative of a shunt. He absolutely needs a bile acids test.
I just can't imagine recommending a diet that could be toxic to a puppy with a shunt until it has been ruled out.
If all his bloodwork was normal, why does she feel he isn't absorbing enough protein?