the difference between "full bloodwork" and "basic bloodwork" is about $50 and 2 days around here. the "basic bloodwork" or "cbc" does a complete bloodcount while the "full bloodwork" does a complete blood chemistry profile. my vet can do the cbc in house and get results the same day. a complete blood chemistry profile need to be sent out to a different lab.
most vets i know around here make bloodwork a part of the pre-op process. it can highlight any possible complications your pet may have under anesthesia and surgery. only the spaying and neutering done at the shelter allows bloodwork to be optional. |