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My doctor did a blood lipid profile but i didnt fast. will that affect the test?
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Definitely: A fasting lipid panel is what is needed to get reliable numbers, especially if they are being used to risk stratify you and/or calculate your lifetime risk of heart disease. 10-12 hours of no food, but may stay hydrated morning of test with water.
Answered 2/28/2017
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Fasting lipids: Having not fasted may have affected your triglyceride level adversely, which may have raised your total cholesterol result a bit. If there's any question about the results, especially if they're abnormal, recheck fasting - first thing in the morning before eating would be ideal.
Answered 9/18/2017
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