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I had two beers last night, will that affect my fasting blood test for cholesterol?

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Dr. Evan Allen answered

No: No, it should not effect the level this morning.

Answered 4/24/2015

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A member asked:

I had two beers last night, will that affect my fasting blood test for cholesterol?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Evan Allen answered

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