Pre-Procedure Lab Work Requirements

To ensure your safety and the best possible outcome, all patients undergoing awake liposuction at Blue Wolf Transformations are required to complete pre-procedure laboratory testing. These labs help us confirm that your body is prepared for the procedure and healing process.

Download Lab Order Instructions.pdf

Required Tests: CBC + CMP

All patients must complete the following:

1. CBC (Complete Blood Count)

A CBC measures your red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets.
This test helps us evaluate:

  • Anemia (low red blood cells), which may affect healing

  • Infection or inflammation (high white blood cells)

  • Clotting ability (platelet count)

  • Overall systemic health

Because liposuction is a medical procedure, it is important that your blood counts are in a safe range before moving forward.

2. CMP (Comprehensive Metabolic Panel)

A CMP evaluates your electrolytes, kidney function, and liver function.

This test helps us confirm:

  • Healthy kidney function (important for fluid and medication processing)

  • Healthy liver function (critical for metabolism, medication processing, healing, and anesthetic clearance)

  • Balanced electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, and more)

  • Normal blood glucose

These numbers help us assess your readiness and reduce the risk of complications.

How Recent Do the Labs Need to Be?

Your CBC and CMP must be completed:

✔ Within 3 months of your procedure date

If your labs are older than 90 days, you will be asked to repeat them.

This ensures we have the most accurate and up-to-date information about your health.

Where to Get Your Lab Work Done

You may complete your labs at any independent clinic, primary care provider, or walk-in laboratory.
Patients often choose one of the following options:

1. National Lab Chains (Self-Booking Available)

These are convenient, fast, and allow you to schedule appointments online:

These labs typically provide results directly to you, which you can upload or email to our office.

2. Local Walk-In Laboratory Clinics

You can search for convenient options using:

  • Google:
    Search “walk-in lab near me” or “independent lab testing + your city”

  • Urgent care centers with in-house labs

  • Community health clinics

  • Hospital outpatient labs (often appointment-free)

Most results are available within 24–72 hours. Costs range from $60 - $400 so be sure to shop around for the best value!

3. Your Primary Care Provider

If you prefer, your PCP can order and complete the labs. They typically require a fax order from us. If you provide the clinic fax number we can send in the order.
-This option may or may not be covered by insurance depending on your plan. We cannot provide any guidance on pricing, coverage, co-pays nor reimbursement

How to Submit Your Lab Results

Once you receive your results:

  • Upload them to your patient portal OR

  • Email them to our team OR

  • Fax them to: 920-259-4347

  • Bring a printed copy to your pre-op appointment

We will review the results and confirm that everything is within a safe range before your procedure.

Why Pre-Procedure Labs Matter

Liposuction is a safe and low-risk procedure when performed on properly screened patients.
These lab tests help us:

  • Identify issues that could affect healing

  • Catch anemia, vitamin deficiencies, or infections early

  • Ensure your liver and kidneys can process medications safely

  • Personalize your care and anesthesia plan

  • Maintain the highest standard of patient safety

Your safety is always our top priority.