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Why do different doctors give different fasting times for the exact same comprehensive metabolic panel? i've been told anywhere from 8 to 12 hours.
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9 hours minimum: For a lipid profile you should fast for a minimum of 9 hours. For fasting glucose 8 hour may suffice. To be on the safe side it is better to aim for 12 hour fast.
Answered 4/3/2015
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