What does blood work test for Breast Augmentation with general anesthesia?

Great question - and the answer really varies based upon the medical history and age of the patient.  In general, in healthy patients, 60 years-old and younger, without any significant medical conditions, I do not get any bloodwork for an elective cosmetic operation, including a breast augmentation.If a patient has a particular health condition I will often get blood work or testing that is related to the medical condition.best of luck!

The medical work up prioro to breast augmentation is dependant on your age, health risks, existing medical history. A common routine breast augmentation in a healthy patient usually tests for electrolytes, clotting factors, kidney function, HCG levels and complete blood count. 

Hi. The degree of a medical work up prior to elective cosmtetic surgery is dependent on several factors including age and medical health history. As a rule of thumb, we require basic labs to include  a comlete blood count, clotting studies , ekg, urinalyis and any other exam required based on the patient's individual medical history.However, if the patient is young and healthy, the only test wevrequire is a pregnancy test perfomred the day of surgery. Many years ago, studies were done to evaulate the amount of money being spent in unnecessary blood work in otherwise healthy patinets undergoing elective ambulatory procedures. The requirements were changed following those studies. Howver, if a young patinet desires blood work, we will issue an order. Good luck

The blood work ordered for surgery will vary by surgeon and patient. The labs are ordered so that the surgeon and anesthesiologist can ensure that you are healthy for surgery. If anything comes back unusual in your lab report, your surgeon will contact you to discuss it.

Blood work testing before breast augmentation usually needs to be very minimal.  In general, the goal is just to ensure that there is no underlying issues with her basic health so that everyone taking care of you can work to increase your safety.The actual blood testing that needs to be done is slightly surgeon specific and sometimes based on the hospital/surgery center and which you are getting your procedure.

Thank you for the question.
You'll find that every practice has a different routine when it comes to pre-operative lab and medical workup. This includes blood tests that are ordered.  For most young, healthy patients minimal to no blood work is necessary. For example, often a hemoglobin check and a pregnancy test may be all that is indicated for a young healthy patient undergoing breast surgery.
In our practice, during the preoperative visit ( typically done several weeks prior to surgery)  patients are given a list of do's and don'ts that will help them get through the surgery and recovery safely.   We review their medical history and obtain any necessary preoperative workup necessary. This may include EKG and/or laboratory values depending on the patient's specific situation (factors such as patient age and medical history are important).
It will be best to speak with your surgeon and see what the office policy is for that specific office.
Best wishes.

Hello and thank you for your question. The blood work that is required prior to surgery is done to ensure that there is no underlying health condition that could compromise your health. Here is a list of the specific values in the blood work that a physician is looking at when they order these tests. Please do keep in mind that the required lab work can vary from patient to patient based on age, location, and any previous defined medical issue.CBC-Complete Blood Count will test your basic blood counts, RBC, WBC, Platelets-this will rule out any infection, anemia that needs to be treated prior to surgeryBMP-Basic metabolic panel (electrolyte levels in the blood)PT/PTT-blood clotting timesAs previously stated these tests should be outline to you in any pre-operative information that you receive from your plastic surgeon and all specific questions regarding these should generally be run through he/she prior to surgery. I hope this information helps you and good luck.Fadi Chahin, MD, FACSPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryDiplomat-American Board of SurgeryDiplomat-American Board of Plastic Surgery

This is a standard of care issue and a Florida Board of Medicine requirement. The usual minimal blood/urine test are CBC, PT, PTT, urinalysis, pregnancy test. We are looking to see if you have anemia (low blood count),your ability or lack of ability to clot, checking if you have infection in blood or urine, and finally to see if you 'might' be pregnant! What troubles me is that you should have asked your chosen surgeon these concerns...