Question 1

Can I have stevia in my coffee before a fasting blood test?

Accepted Answer

No stevia is a plant sugar and may spike blood glucose levels

Question 2

Can a blood test detect old and new alcohol use?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 3

Can fasting too long affect blood tests?

Accepted Answer

yes it may affect white blood cells

Question 4

Are there ways to trick blood test results?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 5

Will celery affect blood tests?

Accepted Answer

Yes because it has anticoagulant properties which may delay blood to clot

Question 6

Is fasting required for the RFT?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 7

Can you take acetaminophen before a fasting blood test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but one has to inform the doctor

Question 8

Do we have to fast before doing a liver function test?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 9

Does coconut water increase the blood sugar levels in a body?

Accepted Answer

Yes it may spike if the water is naturally rich in fructose

Question 10

What are good foods to eat after giving blood?

Accepted Answer

Soups, a balanced healthy diet are good food to eat after giving blood sample

Question 11

Does what you eat the day before affect the glucose test?

Accepted Answer

Yes it might

Question 12

Can you drink black coffee before a fasting blood glucose test?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 13

Can I eat a banana before a glucose test?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 14

Why is a fasting blood sugar of 117 considered high?

Accepted Answer

It is considered slightly high as 100 is within the range

Question 15

I fasted for 18 hours. Will that affect my blood test?

Accepted Answer

yes it may affect white blood cells

Question 16

Can we eat non veg before 12 hour fasting health check up?

Accepted Answer

Yes one can eat non-veg 12 hours before fasting

Question 17

Can we have stevia in our tea before a fasting blood test?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 18

How does diabetes type 2 affect the blood alcohol test?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes does not affect the blood alcohol test

Question 19

Can a normal blood test detect HIV?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 20

What is Cardiac Health Checkup?

Accepted Answer

In adults, a blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm and lipid profile is assessed to check cardiac health profile

Question 21

How useful is a complete health checkup?

Accepted Answer

It is very useful as one can detect diseases early and start on time treatment

Question 22

How much does a fully body health checkup cost?

Accepted Answer

It costs from 1500-5000 rupees

Question 23

Does THC show up in medical tests?

Accepted Answer

Yes THC shows up in blood within 12-24 hours

Question 24

Is it normal to get blood test results 3 days after the blood test?

Accepted Answer

Yes certain tests may take upto 3 days

Question 25

What diseases can be diagnosed with a CBC?

Accepted Answer

Cancers, anemia and chronic infections can be detected in CBC

Question 26

What bloodwork should a person get done regularly?

Accepted Answer

CBC every 6 months

Question 27

Can a blood test detect infection?

Accepted Answer

Yes blood tests can detect infections

Question 28

What blood tests should I take, to monitor my health?

Accepted Answer

One should take CBC, LFT, KFT to monitor health

Question 29

Do we really need blood tests every year?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 30

What is the meaning of FBS in a blood test?

Accepted Answer

Fasting blood sugar test

Question 31

Can a full blood count detect typhoid?

Accepted Answer

No, Widal test detects typhoid

Question 32

Do antibiotics show up in a CBC?

Accepted Answer

Yes they show up in blood and urine tests

Question 33

Can cannabis use be detected in blood tests?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 34

Can a blood test determine if you're gay?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 35

What are medical tests that are conducted in SSB inteview?

Accepted Answer

Chest Xray, urine test, CBC, LFT and KFT

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