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YorkieRini · 03-07-2006, 09:13 AM

I voted no, because I don't routinely do BA tests. However I do full blood panels on every puppy to ensure the BA are within the normal range. This is a simple blood test that does not require fasting. If the test comes back that the BA is not normal, I will do a BA test on a puppy. Hope this helps.

IMO. there is not a reason not to have a full blood panel run on a puppy. Have the vet draw blood when they pups go in for shots. Piece of cake and mind

03-07-2006, 09:13 AM	#14
YorkieRini Livin' La Yorkie Local Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,607	I voted no, because I don't routinely do BA tests. However I do full blood panels on every puppy to ensure the BA are within the normal range. This is a simple blood test that does not require fasting. If the test comes back that the BA is not normal, I will do a BA test on a puppy. Hope this helps. IMO. there is not a reason not to have a full blood panel run on a puppy. Have the vet draw blood when they pups go in for shots. Piece of cake and mind