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Fasting before blood draw?
You only need to fast before blood work if you are having a fasting blood glucose blood test. Not each blood drawing will require you to fast. If you are required to fast, you may still drink water before your blood work.
Will a 12hr fast instead of an 8hr fast work ok before a blood test?
yes
Do you have to fast before blood test for hypocalcemia?
No, you do not have to fast before that test. You can have the blood draw done at any time.
Can you have skim milk before a blood test?
If you are having blood work done and are told to fast, then you can drink nothing but water. If it is non-fasting, then you can have coffee, but be sure to tell the person doing the blood work.
Do you have to fast before a coumadin blood work?
Fasting is not typically required before getting a blood test for coumadin (warfarin) levels. However, it's always best to follow the specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider to ensure accurate results.
Does drinking herbal tea affect a fast before blood work?
As long as you don't put sugar or honey in it it'll be ok
When should I fast before blood work?
6 hours i believe is the standard before having blood work. I've sometimes cheated with an apple juice, but in general you should drink only water, and dont over hydrate! this could thin the blood just enough to disrupt testing.
Why fast before a blood drawing?
You should fast before a blood drawing because the test being conducted is to measure your natural bodies elements. Foods might alter the composition of your blood.
Do you need to fast before testing for Calcium in blood?
No.
Do you have to fast before a ggt blood test?
need not
How do blood capillaries work?
it works better and move fast trough your blood vessels.
Do you need to fast before a potassium blood test?
yes
