Preoperative Panel

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Preoperative Panel

A Preoperative Panel is a comprehensive health screening package performed before surgery to evaluate overall health and minimize surgical and anesthesia-related risks. It helps doctors identify infections, anemia, diabetes, bleeding disorders, kidney or liver problems, and heart-related conditions before the procedure.

Recommended Tests Included

Hematology

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Hemoglobin (Hb)
• ESR
• Blood Group & Rh Typing

Blood Sugar Evaluation

• Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)
• Postprandial Blood Sugar (PPBS)
• HbA1c

Kidney Function Tests (RFT)

• Urea
• Creatinine
• Uric Acid

Liver Function Tests (LFT)

• SGOT / AST
• SGPT / ALT
• Bilirubin
• Total Protein
• Albumin

Electrolytes

• Sodium
• Potassium
• Chloride

Coagulation Profile

• PT / INR
• APTT

Urine Analysis

• Urine Routine Examination

Cardiac Evaluation

• ECG

Imaging

• Chest X-Ray (if advised)

Infectious Disease Screening

• HBsAg
• HIV
• HCV
• VDRL

Why is this Test Important?

• Ensures fitness for surgery and anesthesia
• Detects hidden medical conditions
• Reduces operative complications
• Helps in faster recovery planning
• Assists surgeons and anesthetists in safe treatment decisions

Who Should Take This Panel?

• Patients scheduled for minor or major surgery
• Individuals undergoing orthopedic, gynecologic, urologic, or general surgeries
• Patients above 40 years or with diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease
• Individuals requiring anesthesia clearance

Preparation

• 8–10 hours fasting may be required
• Continue medications only as advised by your doctor
• Bring previous medical reports if available

Sample Required

• Blood Sample
• Urine Sample
• ECG / Imaging (where applicable)

Reporting Time

• Same Day / 24 Hours

Note

Test parameters may vary depending on the type of surgery and physician recommendation.