2007-06-04 14:33:19 · 5 answers · asked by prettyqbee07 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Preoperative testing is patient and procedure specific - that is, your particular medical history and operation determine which tests you get.
So, some people get a hematocrit (blood count, not really blood iron) and some don't.
(Blood iron tests are used to diagnose different types of anemia)
2007-06-04 14:45:10 · answer #1 · answered by Pangolin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Usually blood iron test is done to check out on blood disorders particularly anemia. For any operation, complete blood count and few other tests are usually done before any major operation where blood loss is expected along the process. For minor operations, the test is not routinely done but it may be done depending on the assessment of your condition.
2007-06-05 01:58:58 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ lani s 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on the type of operation. They usually run you thru a battery of tests prior to operations.
2007-06-04 21:42:37 · answer #3 · answered by Karen S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a small operation last year and I didnt have too. I guess it would be a good idea to ask your doctor.
2007-06-04 21:37:33 · answer #4 · answered by everything dogz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mine is checked often no operations.
2007-06-04 21:41:04 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋