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  • 40 Years
  • 24/02/2023

Why should we fast before blood test?

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Dr. Dr Shaik Kalam

Dr Shaik Kalam

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  • MD (Physician)
  • 3+ Yrs
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This is because food can alter results and affect doctors investigation

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a PROTEIN S ANTIGEN (FREE) Test or Take a PT INR Test (Prothrombin Time) Test

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