Question 1

is it a bad idea to eat before a blood test?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the test: Some tests are best done in fasting state, e.g., glucose, lipid. For most tests it does not matter.

Question 2

could you tell me what happens if you have diabetes and eat before a blood test?

Accepted Answer

Post-prandial result: Although most blood tests are supposed to be done in the fasting state, the after-meal (or post-prandial) glucose result can be very useful in certain settings. If you have diabetes and do a blood test after eating, the result can help determine whether you are eating too much carbs or need medication adjustments. American diabetes assn recommends a post-prandial glucose target less than 180 mg/dl.

Question 3

i got tested recently and my hsv 1 igg, type specific ab was 54.80h. i did eat before my blood test. i dont understand how, my bf is my third kiss and only person ive kiss constantly, the other 2 were once. i dont understand?

Accepted Answer

: HSV-1 is commonly known as the cause of cold sores. It is common and many people have this, even kids who have never dated/kissed anyone except their family members. This is likely because when you were little, you were kissed a million times a day by your parents who may have transmitted the virus to you then…there is no cure but easily treated/suppressed when needed. Good luck

Question 4

should i not eat too much before a blood test?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the: Type of test. Blood tests for fasting sugar and lipid studies should be done after an overnight fast. Please discuss preparation for the tests with your doctor.

Question 5

what can i eat before a food intolerance blood test?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But make sure that they are not testing for igg or igg 4 to food since this may well be a protective antibody against allergy to the food or just an indicator of exposure.   If you want a blood tests, ask the doctor to order immunocap ige to that food.

Question 6

calcium blood test showed 10.0. i eat very little dairy, if any dairy. thought about supplementing. necessary in lieu of result?

Accepted Answer

High: Check on the normal values for your lab but this sounds high. In which case your doctor should help you find a cause. No dietary supplements until then. All the best.

Question 7

should i eat before my hba1c blood test?

Accepted Answer

No: It is best to be fasting.

Question 8

my blood test shows high level of lipids 265 .. what should i do? what food should i eat and what to avoid.shall i take medicine....?help plzzzz

Accepted Answer

Vegetables are your: Friends.  And not smothered in butter and salt.  Lean meats no larger than a deck of cards or your palm. Fresh fruit is also good.  Minimize yellow cheeses in favor of white cheeses .  Eggs are ok but egg whites are better.  This is a lifestyle so don't go to extremes by totally eliminating foods but rather each meal should be balanced and is a new opportunity to make better choices.

Question 9

is bad to eat protien every day because i made a blood test lately and resulted ubnormal . i had high creatin and high acid in blood.

Accepted Answer

No: Most people eat protein every day; even vegetarians. So it's not bad to eat it everyday. High creatinine can mean kidney problems and i would need to know what kind of acid is high in your blood?
Also is this creatinine or creatine kinase; two different things. Creatine kinase comes from muscle and can be elevated by vigorous exercise. Muscle bruising, injections etc.

Question 10

hello im 27 female.my blood test showed that my red blood cells have decreased.what shall i do to increase my red blood cells?what food shall i eat?

Accepted Answer

Anemia: A low red blood cell count is known as anemia. Anemia is a symptom, not a disease and thus the cause of anemia must be investigated. While being investigated, one should increase the iron in one's diet. This can be done with iron tablets, or by eating foods rich in iron. This would include red meat, spinach, and beans.

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I got tested recently and my hsv 1 igg, type specific ab was 54.80h. i did eat before my blood test. i dont understand how, my bf is my third kiss and only person ive kiss constantly, the other 2 were once. i dont understand?

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Should i not eat too much before a blood test?

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What can i eat before a food intolerance blood test?

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Calcium blood test showed 10.0. i eat very little dairy, if any dairy. thought about supplementing. necessary in lieu of result?

A member asked:

Should i eat before my hba1c blood test?

A member asked:

My blood test shows high level of lipids 265 .. what should i do? what food should i eat and what to avoid.shall i take medicine....?help plzzzz

A member asked:

Is bad to eat protien every day because i made a blood test lately and resulted ubnormal . i had high creatin and high acid in blood.

A member asked:

Hello im 27 female.my blood test showed that my red blood cells have decreased.what shall i do to increase my red blood cells?what food shall i eat?

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