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What to do if i forgot to fast before bloodwork?
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Tell the lab: Let the lab or office now so they can account for that when interpreting results or re-schedule that particular test for when you are fasting. Not all blood tests require you to be fasting but some will give false results if you are not fasting at least 6 hours.
Answered 12/27/2019
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