Elevated RBC - will this cause surgery to be cancelled?

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My Rbc is 5.77 and platelets is 450,000.Everything else is within range will my surgery be cancelled.My surgery is in 3weeks

Yasemin Aydinli, MD · Answer

Based on the numbers you've shared, I wouldn't assume your surgery will be cancelled. A mildly elevated RBC count and platelet count by themselves are not necessarily a reason to postpone surgery, especially if the rest of your blood work is normal.These values can sometimes be influenced by factors such as dehydration, smoking, medications, or simply normal variation. Since your surgery is still three weeks away, there is plenty of time for your surgeon to review the results and, if needed, repeat the labs or request additional evaluation.I would recommend discussing the results directly with your surgeon, as they will consider your complete medical history and the planned procedure rather than looking at these numbers in isolation.Best of luck with your upcoming surgery.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Your surgeon will review your lab values and discuss any concerns or need for further intervention.  A request to have the labs repeated for accuracy may occur.  Your surgeon is the one who will determine if it is safe for you to proceed as planned.

Elevated RBC - will this cause surgery to be cancelled?

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