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Can I have stevia in my coffee before a fasting blood test?
No stevia is a plant sugar and may spike blood glucose levelsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can a blood test detect old and new alcohol use?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can fasting too long affect blood tests?
yes it may affect white blood cellsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Are there ways to trick blood test results?
YesLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Will celery affect blood tests?
Yes because it has anticoagulant properties which may delay blood to clotLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Is fasting required for the RFT?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can you take acetaminophen before a fasting blood test?
Yes, but one has to inform the doctorLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Do we have to fast before doing a liver function test?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Does coconut water increase the blood sugar levels in a body?
Yes it may spike if the water is naturally rich in fructoseLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What are good foods to eat after giving blood?
Soups, a balanced healthy diet are good food to eat after giving blood sampleLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Does what you eat the day before affect the glucose test?
Yes it mightLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can you drink black coffee before a fasting blood glucose test?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can I eat a banana before a glucose test?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Why is a fasting blood sugar of 117 considered high?
It is considered slightly high as 100 is within the rangeLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
I fasted for 18 hours. Will that affect my blood test?
yes it may affect white blood cellsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can we eat non veg before 12 hour fasting health check up?
Yes one can eat non-veg 12 hours before fastingLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can we have stevia in our tea before a fasting blood test?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
How does diabetes type 2 affect the blood alcohol test?
Diabetes does not affect the blood alcohol testLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can a normal blood test detect HIV?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What is Cardiac Health Checkup?
In adults, a blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm and lipid profile is assessed to check cardiac health profileLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
How useful is a complete health checkup?
It is very useful as one can detect diseases early and start on time treatmentLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
How much does a fully body health checkup cost?
It costs from 1500-5000 rupeesLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Does THC show up in medical tests?
Yes THC shows up in blood within 12-24 hoursLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Is it normal to get blood test results 3 days after the blood test?
Yes certain tests may take upto 3 daysLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What diseases can be diagnosed with a CBC?
Cancers, anemia and chronic infections can be detected in CBCLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What bloodwork should a person get done regularly?
CBC every 6 monthsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can a blood test detect infection?
Yes blood tests can detect infectionsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What blood tests should I take, to monitor my health?
One should take CBC, LFT, KFT to monitor healthLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Do we really need blood tests every year?
YesLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What is the meaning of FBS in a blood test?
Fasting blood sugar testLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can a full blood count detect typhoid?
No, Widal test detects typhoidLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Do antibiotics show up in a CBC?
Yes they show up in blood and urine testsLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can cannabis use be detected in blood tests?
YesLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
Can a blood test determine if you're gay?
NoLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
What are medical tests that are conducted in SSB inteview?
Chest Xray, urine test, CBC, LFT and KFTLast updated on 24 Jul 2025
