What is the ideal level that your hemoglobin should be before having a tummy tuck with lipo, and is 9.6 too low?

Thank you for the question. Always best to check with your plastic surgeon about his/her guidelines. Generally speaking a hemoglobin of 12 or above would be considered “normal”. Slightly lower hemoglobin could also be acceptable depending on the specific patient... Much will depend on exactly what is planned during the procedure and what the anticipated blood loss is. For example, if a significant amount of liposuction surgery is planned, you may be best off postponing surgery.
Hopefully, you have had a workup to determine the CAUSE of the low hemoglobin level you are starting with. If not, seek consultation with an internist or your primary care physician.
 Best wishes.
 

Hemoglobin is a protein which brings oxygen to the tissues and will be a MUST to have it normal and hopefully above, in order to heal properly, because the healing process continues for more than a month.Anemia is associated with open wounds, infections, long period of swelling, feeling of being extremely tired for months.Actually the level of hemoglobin must be above 11 and hopefully above 12 for your well being.Dr. Cardenas