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Triglycerides high after testing bloods had a meal 1hr prior to meal. 31yo no otherhealth issues. maybe 2 pounds overweight. got retested after fasting and triglycerides came back normal. which test to beleive?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Triglycerides level is affected when subject is not fasting and the level is higher with non-fasting state. Please note that its normal range is reported for the non fasting status. In summary, your test result is normal. Take care.

Answered 7/27/2023

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The most accurate triglyceride levels occur after fasting 8 to 12 hours, and also triglycerides can be elevated if 24 hours before testing someone has fatty food

Answered 7/30/2023

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