Leptospirosis, Canine and Feline - contd.
If leptospirosis is present, a complete blood count, or CBC, may show evidence of dehydration, anemia, low platelet numbers, and increased or decreased numbers of white blood cells. A chemistry panel will detect evidence of kidney failure or liver disease. In addition, specific diagnostic tests are available that will detect exposure to Leptospira, such as a test that will examine a blood sample for antibodies to the disease. Before antibiotic drugs are given, the organism can be cultured from urine, blood, kidney or liver tissues.
