Getting cat's blood work for anesthesia tomorrow, will it pick up on any heart issues?

[tml1991]

I am getting my 3 year old FIV+ bloodwork tomorrow to see if anesthesia is safe for his neutering. Will it pick on any heart issues? Sometimes he breathes a little fast and excited, mainly when awake. His sleeping breathing patterns are normal. Are these indicative of heart issues in my cat? I am worried if this will make sedating him too risky. Has anyone else here had any experience with anything like this? I have been concerned.

 

[Maurey]

If breathing at rest is normal, I wouldn’t worry too much. Bloodwork won’t pick up most heart issues, though — you need a ultrasound(ECG) for that.

 

[BlackCatOp]

If your vet includes a ProBNP within the panel then, yes, some cardiac disease can be picked up on bloodwork. Is there a specific concern (heart murmur) sign for your concern??