Care of the surgical patient: what are some laboratory tests commonly reviewed before surgery?

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what are some laboratory tests commonly reviewed before surgery?

Melissa Gatton · Accepted Answer

urinalysis
CBC
Blood chemistery profile to assess endocrine, hepatic and renal and cardiovascular functions.
serum electolytes 
chest x-ray
electrocardiogram 
BUN

Care of the surgical patient

What are some laboratory tests commonly reviewed before surgery?

Urinalysis CBC Blood chemistery profile to assess endocrine, hepatic and renal and cardiovascular functions. serum electolytes chest x-ray electrocardiogram BUN

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