Hi @sharonm2024 When platelets are at a lower than normal level, the surgeon may order a platelet transfusion prior to surgery to avoid excessive bleeding.
Normal levels are generally considered between 150,000 to 450,000 per microliter. With your platelet count below 50 (50,000) your surgeon is just making sure there are no bleeding complications. It’s not unusual to have a platelet transfusion in this situation.

Wishing you speedy recovery on your upcoming surgery! Is this soon?