Application of various diagnostic techniques for the detection of cystitis in a Persian cat

Abstract

A 10-year-old male cat, presented with symptoms of bloody urine, off-feeding, and weight loss at the Teaching and Training Pet Hospital and Research Center in Purbachal, Dhaka. Abdominal distention and dehydration were discovered upon clinical examination. To rule in suspected case of cystitis, a blood sample was taken and sent to the lab for evaluation of hematological and biochemical profiles. Additionally, a urine sample was collected for estimation of pH, specific gravity, protein, and a microscopic examination to determine the presence of RBCs. Ultrasonography was performed to investigate the condition of the bladder wall to confirm the diagnosis of cystitis. .Evaluation of the hematology and blood chemistry revealed lymphocytosis (48%), elevated SGPT (92 u/l), and serum creatinine (2.1 mg/dl). Analysis of the urine revealed pH 6.0, presence of leukocytes and blood +, absence of ketone, bilirubin, nitrite and urobilinogen, protein 200 g/l, specific gravity 1.03, and glucose 19 mmol/l. Urine was dense and hazy when viewed macroscopically, and considerable red blood cells were visible when viewed microscopically. Cystitis was definitely indicated by the thickening of the wall observed during the ultrasound examination of the vesica urinaria.