No blood work before surgery?

Thank you for your question. As others have stated, requirements will differ. Generally speaking, I would not require blood work or an x-ray for a healthy 35-year-old having a breast augmentation. Express your concerns to your physician. Good luck. 

Hi,

Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is
important to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best
resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and
concerns.

Having said that, generally speaking anyone healthy under 50 does not require blood work. We only require a pregnancy test.

Best wishes,

Dr. Michael J. Brown (Northern Virginia Plastic Surgeon)

Decades ago, surgeons would obtain blood tests, a urinalysis, an EKG and a chest x-ray prior to any surgery, even for young, healthy patients. With passage of time and additional research and experience, it became clear that such testing had no impact on the surgery or the outcomes unless the patient had certain indications or needs for pre-op testing. The currently accepted guidelines by the major anesthesiology societies do not recommend any testing (except perhaps a pregnancy test) for patients under age 50 in good health. For patients over 60 (or over 50 in some locations), or those with underlying health issues like high blood pressure/heart disease/diabetes, then pre-op testing would be appropriate. This would be determined by the surgeon and possibly by the anesthesiologist. For your situation, nothing needs to be done other than perhaps a pregnancy test (you don't want to have elective surgery if there's any chance you're pregnant). Save your time, money, and discomfort!