Tails from the Lab: A Veterinary Podcast

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Podcast by Antech Diagnostics

Tails from the Lab: A Veterinary Podcast

Welcome back to the Tails from the Lab podcast, produced by Antech, with our host Dr. Holly Brown and co-host Dr. Brad Ryan! Get ready to discuss real cases with expert guests who dig deep into the diagnostic insights that help solve interesting and complex cases. We’ll also dive into topics that help veterinary teams tackle the industry’s many challenges while becoming better leaders and colleagues along the way. Tails from the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.
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16 July 2026

Beyond the Float: How Molecular Diagnostics Saved Drake

"Drake had been so sick the last two days that the owner was actually considering having him euthanized that morning." What do you do when a seemingly routine case of hookworms doesn't respond to standard treatment and your patient is fading fast? This was the reality for the team treating Drake, a three-month-old Goldendoodle puppy until a single molecular diagnostic screening changed everything.

In this episode of Tails From the Lab, Drs. Holly Brown and Brad Ryan review the case of Drake, who was suffering from bloody diarrhea and lethargy. Despite an initial parasite screen and treatment, his condition worsened. A critical turning point was reached when a KeyScreen™ GI Parasite PCR panel revealed the true culprit: drug-resistant hookworms. Learn how this definitive diagnosis empowered the veterinarian to implement a life-saving multi-drug protocol, reassure Drake’s family, and restore hope for recovery.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • The growing threat of drug-resistant hookworms and why they are no longer just a "Florida problem."
  • The crucial role of molecular diagnostics in uncovering the root cause of treatment failure when traditional methods fall short.
  • How a definitive diagnosis can empower veterinarians to have confident client conversations, even when facing life-or-death decisions.

Tails From the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

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07 July 2026

Case Study: Uncovering Atypical Addison's Disease in a Great Dane

"Sometimes the most important finding is the absence of an expected response." What happens when a patient's lab work looks deceptively normal, even as they are getting sicker? Join us for the case of Libby, a Great Dane whose pneumonia was apparently improving on x-rays, yet she was mysteriously deteriorating, with recurrent vomiting and lethargy. The pivotal clue wasn't an abnormality on her CBC, but rather the glaring absence of one.

In this episode of Tails From the Lab, Drs. Holly Brown and Brad Ryan unravel a case where the lack of a classic stress leukogram in a critically ill dog pointed toward a hidden diagnosis. Libby’s journey from aspiration pneumonia to a life-changing discovery of atypical Addison's disease highlights how looking for what's missing can be the key to solving the most confusing medical mysteries.

Listen now to discover:

  • Why the absence of an expected stress leukogram in a sick dog should be a red flag for clinicians
  • How hypoadrenocorticism can be missed when it presents without classic electrolyte abnormalities
  • The importance of integrating all diagnostic data, including labwork and imaging studies, for more accurate diagnoses and appropriate care

Tails From the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

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19 May 2026

More than a Feeling: How Early Diagnostics Helped Identify Clementine’s Hypercalcemia

In this episode of Tails From the Lab, hosts Drs. Holly Brown and Brad Ryan talk through a case study of Clementine, a nine-year-old indoor cat who came in for a routine wellness visit appearing perfectly healthy. Her owner was hesitant about the need for extensive diagnostics, but the decision to proceed uncovered a silent but significant health issue: hypercalcemia.

From exploring differential diagnoses like neoplasia and hyperparathyroidism to utilizing specialist consultations for imaging and nutrition, this case is a perfect illustration of how early detection leads to early intervention. Discover how a simple blood test created an opportunity to protect Clementine's long-term health and why "normal" results are just as valuable as abnormal ones.

Tails From the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

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21 April 2026

A New Diagnostic Tool Supporting Veterinary Dentistry

Tails From the Lab podcast hosts Drs. Holly Brown and Brad Ryan talk with board-certified veterinary dentist and Antech RapidRead™ Dental developer Dr. Marika Constantaras (DAVDC) about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) can play in diagnosing dental disease for veterinarians across experience levels.

In this episode, Dr. Constantaras shares the more about the challenges of traditional dental radiography, the importance of quality imaging, and how a tool like RapidRead Dental (now available for dogs and cats) can be used as a support tool to improve workflow, client communication, and patient outcomes.

Tails From the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

Dr. Marika Constantaras is employed by Antech and MARS Next Generation Technologies. We're sharing this so you have full transparency about the relationships involved.

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24 February 2026

Preventive Care with Dr. Jason Coe: Tips for Communicating Its Value to Your Human Clients

In the second episode of this two-part series, Tails from the Lab cohosts Dr. Brad Ryan and Dr. Holly Brown welcome back Jason Coe (DVM, PhD), a leading expert in veterinary clinical communication and professor at the Ontario Veterinary College back to the podcast.

Preventive care diagnostics — including infectious disease screening, fecal testing, and comprehensive wellness panels like CBC, chemistry profiles, and urinalysis — are vital tools for early disease detection. But how do veterinary teams effectively communicate the value of these tests to pet owners in a way that resonates and motivates action?

The conversation about relationship-centered preventive care continues as Dr. Coe delves into the art and science of communicating preventive care diagnostics and wellness testing in veterinary practice.

Hosts: Holly Brown (DVM, PhD, DAVCP) and Brad Ryan (MSc, DVM, MPH)

This episode includes a guest appearance. Our guest was compensated for their participation.

Tails from the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™️. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

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17 February 2026

Preventive Care with Dr. Jason Coe: Relationship-Centered Communication in Veterinary Medicine

In episode one of this two-part series, Tails from the Lab cohosts Dr. Brad Ryan and Dr. Holly Brown welcome Jason Coe (DVM, PhD), a leading expert in veterinary clinical communication and professor at the Ontario Veterinary College. Dr. Coe shares practical, research-based strategies on one of the most critical yet challenging aspects of veterinary practice—effective communication.

Dr. Coe dives deep into the nuances of open-ended inquiries, the importance of addressing client resistance, and how tailored communication fosters stronger client-clinician relationships.

Hosts: Holly Brown (DVM, PhD, DAVCP) and Brad Ryan (MSc, DVM, MPH)

This episode includes a guest appearance. Our guest was compensated for their participation.

Tails from the Lab is a production of Antech Diagnostics™️. The intent of this podcast is to provide education and guidance with the understanding that any diagnostic testing and treatment decisions are ultimately at the discretion of the attending veterinarian within the established veterinarian-patient-client relationship.

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