My Platelet Count is 124. Is This a Risky Value for a Full Abdominoplasty?

February 14, 2013
Asked By:Rnholly77

I am waiting on my hemotologist, who discharged me from his services because he monitored my platelets over a length of time and they remained stable/without change, to clear me for my surgery which is this Tuesday!?! I'm wondering is a platelet level of 124 too low for surgery?? I've had 2 c sections that I know one of them my platelets were 114. Any answer or help with this is appreciated.

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