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If i'm supposed to fast for bloodwork and ultrasound to check gallbladder,would taking a probiotic,drinking a lot of water and exercise affect results?

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

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Do recommendation: Extreme exercise and lots of water would affect blood results. For most accurate results I would follow fasting instructions, resume exercise and probiotics after the testing.

Answered 7/6/2014

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A member asked:

If i'm supposed to fast for bloodwork and ultrasound to check gallbladder,would taking a probiotic,drinking a lot of water and exercise affect results?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

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