Pre-Operative Tests

Below is a list of some of the tests that are performed prior to  the surgery:

• Hycel - evaluates the liver, kidney and many other organ functions

• Electrolytes - evaluates sodium and potassium levels

• CBC - Complete blood count

• UA - Urinalysis

• T3, T4 - Thyroid analysis

• EKG - Electrocardiogram - checks the heart

• Chest X-ray - Evaluates the lungs 

• Upper GI X-ray

If indicated, these tests will also be done:

• Arterial Blood Gases 

• Screening Pulmonary Function Studies

• EGD Endoscopy (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy)