:smile:

I had blood test done as part of my surgeon's bariatric program, and they found an H. Pylori infection that was treated with anti-biotics. had the subsequent EGD to check for ulcers, etc. with a biopsy of the stomach - all clear.

Now, I've got my surgery date and just got the appointment for my final pre-op tests. Another EKG, a chest z-ray and MORE blood work?

I hate needles. Very, very nervous about all the blood work.

Is this normal? Did anyone else have to go through additional blood work as part of the final testing phase? What are they looking for?

*nervous of needles*

Pre-op blood work is required and the results must be less than 30 days old, so it's not just somebody's preference. Sorry about the needle thing.

The normal blood work will look for signs of infection (CBC) though not the h pylori. Iron, etc. will also be checked. They need to know that there is nothing lurking that could cause you problems in surgery or immediately after.

Pre-op blood work is required and the results must be less than 30 days old, so it's not just somebody's preference. Sorry about the needle thing.

The normal blood work will look for signs of infection (CBC) though not the h pylori. Iron, etc. will also be checked. They need to know that there is nothing lurking that could cause you problems in surgery or immediately after.

Thank you! Good to know it's a normal thing. I was worried it signified something might be wrong, or something.