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For what reasons do we need to fast before cholesterol test ?

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Lipids: For years we've fasted overnight as you note. Recent evidence suggests it isn't necessary. Practice is only changing slowly being cautious.

Answered 10/10/2013

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For what reasons do we need to fast before cholesterol test ?

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