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Cholesterol Test
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I had a repeat cholesterol and kidney filtration blood test this morning. I fasted beforehand as I usually do but was told that I should have had breakfast as normal as thinking has changed on cholesterol testing. I checked my letter but there was no mention of fasting/not fasting. I may have to have test redone(which is no big deal) as was told results for cholesterol may not be accurate. It's just that I was surprised and wasn't aware of the change in thinking. Is anyone else aware of this?
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"Blood cholesterol levels can be measured with a simple blood test. You may be asked not to eat for 12 hours before the test (which usually includes when you're asleep) to ensure that all food is completely digested and won't affect the result, although this isn't always necessary".
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That site though links to here (which is the definitive website for information about blood tests), where it's stated that: "No fasting is needed for a cholesterol test. However, you should follow your doctor's advice as fasting might be needed for other tests being performed."
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"Blood cholesterol levels can be measured with a simple blood test. You may be asked not to eat for 12 hours before the test (which usually includes when you're asleep) to ensure that all food is completely digested and won't affect the result, although this isn't always necessary".
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That site though links to here (which is the definitive website for information about blood tests), where it's stated that: "No fasting is needed for a cholesterol test. However, you should follow your doctor's advice as fasting might be needed for other tests being performed."
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