Neither you have to get liquid (tea coffee etc.) & nor you have to eat anything, however you can take water before fasting blood work.
I would say no, since the medicine, depending on what it is for, might change your blood readings and it might not be the readings that you want. I mean, you can, but just keep that in mind.
Typically yes, but you need to ask your doc this. It may depend on the tests she has in mind.
yes
Yes, any blood type can take from o blood. Everyone knows that, silly.- Everyone can take O- blood, but only positive blood types (O+, A+, B+ & AB+) can take O+ blood.
Unless your doctor tells you not to, you should take any medicines that have been prescribed to you, even when you're having a fasting blood test. It is also okay to drink small amounts of water.
Neither you have to get liquid (tea coffee etc.) & nor you have to eat anything, however you can take water before fasting blood work.
Can i take thyroxene before my fasting blood test?
Fasting labs are not affected by blood pressure medications and they should be taken as prescribed. Simply take them with some water of plain black coffee on your regular schedule.
fasting blood test means to take sample empty stomach. however a little water can be taken.
No you need to know what your blood sugar level is if your level is already low and you take insulin you can go into insulin shock
a few lab investigations require empty stomach. for fasting sample it is not good to take coffee before blood tests.
No, Fasting decreases levels of glutathione, an antioxidant that helps the liver detoxify acetaminophen. No, Fasting decreases levels of glutathione, an antioxidant that helps the liver detoxify acetaminophen.
I would say no, since the medicine, depending on what it is for, might change your blood readings and it might not be the readings that you want. I mean, you can, but just keep that in mind.
Yes, some cold medicines contain ingredients that can increase your blood pressure. Consult your pharmacist or physician about any particular medicine you might take if you have hypertension.
Typically when fasting you can have BLACK coffee or plain tea (nothing added, no splenda). This is only if you really have to have the it or forget. Fasting means no food or liquid consumption(water is just fine), including NO gum or candy. By the way you can brush your teeth just don't swallow it. Water is good! It make it easier to draw your blood, since your blood is mostly water. Usually you can still take your meds, unless the doctor tells you not to take them. I have been a Lab Tech/phlebotomist for 3 yrs. I give fasting instruction many times every day. And I turn people away for adding splenda.
Your doctor will need to preform a could of fasting blood test. It should not take long to find out for sure.