A blood test reveals your cat’s kidney function, particularly looking for substances that can build up in the blood if the kidneys are not functioning properly.
The urine test will show if the urine is poorly concentrated, along with relevant clinical signs of chronic kidney disease.
Cats with chronic kidney disease also commonly have high blood pressure, so measuring your cat’s blood pressure is important.
Occasionally, your vet may suggest some further tests such as taking an x-ray, or performing an ultrasound examination of your cat’s abdomen.
