Bloodwork after gastric bypass

Gastric bypass patients can be at risk for vitamin and nutrient deficiencies after surgery.  Especially those that are not taking their vitamins!

• We recommend the following labs starting at 6 months post-op, then every 6-12 months
  • Complete blood count (CBC)
  • Comprehensive metabolic profile (CMP)
  • Vitamin levels
  • Vit D25, folate, B6, B12, and whole blood thiamine
  • Iron – TIBC, Serum iron
  • Optional
    • Hemoglobin A1C
    • Thyroid: TSH
    • Lipid profile