Dermatology profilewith expert opinion
Comprehensive diagnosis of skin conditions under the supervision of a board-certified clinical pathologist — precise identification of parasites, fungi, bacteria and allergic causative agents.
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What does the Dermatology profile include?
This comprehensive profile covers all the necessary analyses for precise diagnosis of skin conditions:
Direct microscopy
Examination of preparations stained with a special stain for identification of parasites, fungi and bacteria.
Tape test
A precise method for detection of parasites, particularly effective for Sarcoptes and other surface parasites.
Fungal culture
Cultivation and identification of fungi with detailed species specification to enable the correct treatment to be applied.
Bacterial culture
Identification of bacteria and determination of antimicrobial susceptibility for effective antimicrobial therapy.
Histopathological analysis
Skin biopsy with histochemical and immunohistochemical staining for diagnosis of autoimmune and malignant conditions.
Expert opinion
Detailed interpretation of results by a board-certified veterinary clinical pathologist with clinical recommendations.
Advantages of this approach
Comprehensive diagnostics
All necessary analyses in one package — no need for multiple separate submissions.
Rapid results
Results within 4–7 days depending on sample type.
Precise recommendations
The clinical pathologist provides detailed treatment recommendations based on the findings.
No additional charges
When results indicate the need for further investigation, our expert team is available for consultation and assistance in selecting the most appropriate additional tests.
How does the process work?
Order a DermatoKit
Order our DermatoKit which contains all the materials needed for correct sampling: sterile swabs, microscope slides and vials for skin scrapings.
Order DermatoKitCollect samples
Follow the instructions: sterile swab from the lesion, tape test from the lesion, skin scraping placed in a vial. Complete the case history form and attach photographs.
Send the material
Repackage the samples as instructed in the DermatoKit and send to our address. Material is stable at room temperature.
Wait for results
Our laboratory team processes the samples and carries out a detailed analysis. Results are available on your VetPro portal.
Receive the expert opinion
The board-certified pathologist provides a detailed interpretation of results and clinical guidance for treatment and follow-up.
Instructions for correct sampling
Sterile swab
Take a sterile swab from the lesion (rub actively over the lesion) and place in a vial with saline. The swab must have valid contact with the lesion.
Tape test
Press the tape directly onto the lesion (particularly useful for Sarcoptes and other parasites). Transfer the tape to a microscope slide and fix with the adhesive side facing the slide.
Skin scraping
Scrape the lesion down to the red layer (until slight bleeding) with a sterile scalpel. Place the scraping in one of the two plastic vials with saline.
Additionally — if fungal infection is suspected
The scraping can also be sent in a vial for fungal culture. Instructions are clearly marked on the DermatoKit.
Download case history form
Complete the form and include it with your samples. The form contains all the information needed for precise analysis.
📄 Download form (DOCX)Submit your sample
Complete the form below with details of your case, attach the completed case history form and photographs of the lesion.
Ready for dermatological diagnostics?
Contact us directly if you have questions about the process or need a DermatoKit.