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Why do you have to fast for 14 hours before a blood test?
Why do you have to fast for 14 hours before a blood test?
Why do you have to fast for 14 hours before a blood test?
You dont have to fast for 14 hours until and unless prescribed a by a doctor.
Last updated on 29 Mar 2023
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Is there any other tool to detect diabetes other then blood test?
There are strips and accuchecks to check blood sugar levels instantly.
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Are there ways to trick blood test results?
Yes eating before the test could result in false results.
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What should you eat before a blood test to ensure good results?
For fasting blood glucose test one should not eat anything before the blood test.
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Why do you have to fast for 14 hours before a blood test?
You dont have to fast for 14 hours until and unless prescribed a by a doctor.
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I fasted for 18 hours. Will that affect my blood test?
Yes, 18 hours fasting may affect blood glucose levels.
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GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
- Reports: Same Day
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required