Pre-Surgical Health Blood Test Profile
Book a comprehensive pre-surgery blood test in the UK. Includes FBC, clotting profile, infection screening, kidney function & more
What's included in this profile
- Measures how long blood takes to clot via a different clotting pathway
- Checked alongside PT/INR for a full coagulation assessment
- Can also be used to monitor certain bloodthinning medications
- Identifies your ABO blood group and Rh (positive/negative) status
- Essential information for transfusions and pregnancy care
- A oneoff test, as blood group doesn't change
- A waste product from normal muscle breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function
- Used to calculate eGFR (estimated kidney filtration rate)
- An older, general marker of inflammation in the body
- Measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube
- Often used alongside CRP for a fuller inflammation picture
- Measures red cells, white cells and platelets
- A foundational test for overall health, anaemia and infection
- The 'Differential' breaks white cells down by specific type
- The main sugar circulating in the blood, used for energy
- Raised fasting levels can indicate prediabetes or diabetes
- A cornerstone test for metabolic health
- A combined test detecting both HIV antibodies and the p24 viral protein
- Allows for earlier detection than antibody testing alone
- The standard modern HIV screening test
- Indicates current, active Hepatitis B infection
- The main screening test for Hepatitis B
- A positive result requires further specialist followup
- Indicates past or current exposure to Hepatitis C
- The main screening test for Hepatitis C
- A positive result is followed up with PCR testing
- A key electrolyte important for heart and muscle function
- Abnormal levels can affect heart rhythm and need prompt attention
- Closely linked to kidney function
- Measures how long blood takes to clot via one clotting pathway
- INR standardises the result for comparison between labs
- Commonly used to monitor bloodthinning medication
- A key electrolyte that regulates fluid balance
- Abnormal levels can reflect kidney, hormonal or hydration issues
- Commonly checked as part of a routine metabolic panel
- A waste product from protein breakdown, filtered by the kidneys
- Raised levels can indicate reduced kidney function or dehydration
- Interpreted alongside creatinine for a fuller picture
About this profile
This comprehensive pre-surgical blood test profile is designed to assess your overall health and ensure you are fit for medical procedures.
It provides essential insights into your blood health, organ function, and infection status helping clinicians minimise risks before surgery.
The profile includes a detailed haematology assessment, analysing red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, which are vital for oxygen transport, immune response, and proper blood clotting.
Coagulation tests, including aPTT and PT/INR, evaluate how effectively your blood clots an important factor in surgical safety.
Blood group and Rh typing are included to ensure readiness for any potential transfusion. Additionally, key markers such as
glucose, urea, creatinine, sodium, and potassium provide valuable information about your metabolic and kidney function.
Infection screening for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV is also included to support patient safety and protect healthcare professionals during procedures.
What is this test useful for?
- Pre-surgical health assessment
- Evaluating overall health and organ function
- Assessing blood clotting ability
- Preparing for safe blood transfusions
- Screening for infectious diseases
Sample Requirements
Blood sample required
Turnaround Time
Results available within 4 days
Special Instructions
Fasting required for 8–12 hours prior to testing
