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What medications should be avoided before a catecholamine test?
Certain foods--including bananas, avocados, cheese, coffee, tea, cocoa, beer, licorice, citrus fruit, vanilla, and Chianti--must be avoided for 48 hours prior to testing.
What should a person do after a glucose test?
the person should eat and drink as normal, and take any medications that were stopped for the test.
What medications should not be taken before a plasma renin activity?
Patients taking diuretics, antihypertensives, vasodilators, oral contraceptives, and licorice should discontinue use of these substances for two to four weeks before the test.
What medications must be stopped before a T3 test?
Steroids, propranolol (Inderal), cholestyramine (Questran), and other medications that may influence thyroid activity are usually stopped before a triiodothyronine (T3) test.
Can you take medicines before fasting Blood test?
It is generally recommended to avoid taking medications before a fasting blood test, as it may affect the accuracy of the results. However, it is important to consult with your healthcare provider for specific instructions related to your medications prior to the test.
Are there any medication restrictions before a platelet aggregation test?
There are many medications that can affect the results of the platelet aggregation test. The patient should discontinue as many as possible beforehand.
How should patients be prepared for an impedance phlebography?
Patients undergoing this test do not need to alter their diet, change their normal activities, or stop taking any medications. They will wear a surgical gown during the test, and be asked to urinate before the test starts.
How should patients be prepared for a lactic acid test?
This test requires a blood sample. The patient should have nothing to eat or drink (fasting ) from midnight the night before the test. Because lactic acid is produced by exertion, the patient should rest for at least one hour before the test.
How should patients be prepared for an esophageal function test?
Patients should not eat or drink for several hours before the exam. Many medications affect the esophagus; doses sometimes need to be adjusted or even stopped for a while. Patients must inform doctors of all medications taken.
Does Creatine Kinase require fasting?
No, fasting is not required for testing Creatine Kinase levels. However, certain activities such as vigorous exercise should be avoided before the test as they can temporarily elevate CK levels.
How should patients be prepared for an external sphincter electromyography?
Before the test, the patient should discuss with the doctor whether it is necessary to temporarily discontinue any medications, and follow the doctor's orders. No changes in diet or activity are necessary.
What preparations are required with salivary gland scans?
No special preparations are needed for this test. It is not necessary to fast or to restrict medications before testing. Any blood that needs to be drawn for other tests should be taken before the radiopharmaceutical is injected.
