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Can i drink water if i'm fasting for blood work?
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Yes: water does not impact test results
Answered 5/29/2021
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A member asked:
Doc said to fast 12 hrs for blood tests, is it ok to drink just water if I get thirsty during my fasting? Thanks.
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For fasting bloodwork(hormones)is it okay if I forget to drink a water prior a blood draw that morning?Does not drinking a water affect results?I only took half glass of water 3-4 mins prior to blood draw.Is 3-4 mins enough time for body to hydrate?
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If having blood work done for physical in morning can you drink water before? Doctor said no food or coffee
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