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Pet MRI & CT Scan — Advanced Veterinary Imaging in Pakistan

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Advanced Cross-Sectional Imaging

When X-rays and ultrasound cannot provide enough detail, pet MRI and pet CT Scan offer the next level of diagnostic precision with detailed cross-sectional images revealing structures invisible to conventional methods.

Zia Vet Clinic is one of very few Pakistani veterinary facilities offering both pet CT scan in Pakistan and MRI services for companion animals and exotics, available at our Lahore and Karachi branches. This reduces the need for exploratory surgery and enables precise intervention planning.

MRI or CT machine image - Veterinary MRI and CT scan machine for pets at Zia Vet Clinic DHA Lahore
Pet inside MRI scanner image - Dog or cat undergoing MRI scan at Zia Vet Clinic — advanced animal imaging Pakistan

When Is MRI or CT Recommended?

MRI is the gold standard for neurology: intervertebral disc disease, brain tumours, spinal cord lesions, and seizure disorders — disorders applicable to MRI scans for cats and dogs alike, a standard recognised by the European College of Veterinary Neurology. It provides unparalleled soft tissue contrast for surgical planning. CT excels at bone and joint detail: complex fractures, nasal cavity evaluation, including CT scans for cats and CT scans for dogs. Your vet will recommend the best modality.

Both require general anaesthesia for stillness. We follow rigorous safety protocols including preanaesthetic screening and continuous monitoring. CT takes fifteen minutes for a straightforward study; comprehensive MRI may take over an hour. Results are typically discussed the same day.

We welcome referrals from clinics nationwide. Contact us with your pet’s history and existing imaging so we can prepare the most informative study.

Pet inside MRI scanner image - Dog or cat undergoing MRI scan at Zia Vet Clinic — advanced animal imaging Pakistan

Schedule an Advanced Imaging Appointment

Contact our pet CT scan in Lahore or pet CT scan in Karachi branches to discuss whether MRI or CT is appropriate for your pet.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We use the same protocols as for any surgery, including pre-anaesthetic screening and continuous monitoring. Most pets recover within hours.

MRI uses magnetic fields for superior soft tissue detail (brain, spinal cord). CT uses X-ray technology for excellent bone, chest, and complex anatomical detail. They serve different purposes.

Fast eight to twelve hours due to anaesthetic requirement. No other preparation needed.

CT scans are typically completed within 10–20 minutes, while MRI studies may take 30–60 minutes depending on the area being examined.