Does drinking alcohol two days before blood work affect the results?

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I will be going on vacation prior to getting my blood work done for a tummy tuck. Can alcohol affect your CBC blood test results?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Drinking alcohol two days before your surgery will not impact your CBC results.  However your surgeon may request that you abstain from drinking alcohol for a certain number of days prior to surgery.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The CBC blood test measures your red and white blood cells and platelets. The test is typically used to check for anemia or to determine if you have another health issue such as fever, bruising, or weakness, or the effect of medications or treatments on your blood. Drinking two days before the blood draw will not affect the CBC results.

Susan D. Vasko, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Drinking alcohol will not have an impact on your CBC results. Be sure you are scheduling your surgery with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Alcohol will not impact your CBC results when you return from your vacation.  Hope this helps.

John Paul Tutela, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for reaching out.  Moderation is key.  I would be sure to limit alcohol the week before surgery. I don’t think it will affect your bloodwork.I hope this helps :)

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