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Should i wake up 3 hours before prolactin blood test? my doctor told me to rest for 30 minutes after i asked him about the 3hrs, should i go for 2.5hr

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Prolactin Test: It is usually not necessary to wake 3 hours prior to giving blood for prolactin testing.

Answered 5/1/2014

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A member asked:

Should i wake up 3 hours before prolactin blood test? my doctor told me to rest for 30 minutes after i asked him about the 3hrs, should i go for 2.5hr

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charita Littles answered

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