What You Need to Know for Your Blood Test
Your doctor ordered a blood test and you have some preparation before the actual draw takes place. Blood tests are ordered for a multitude of reasons from monitoring medication levels, organ function, detecting health risk factors, diagnosing diseases and assessing blood clotting. It’s important to first ask your provider for instructions especially if fasting is needed and the specific time length prior to the test (usually 8-12 hours fasting before the blood draw is required). In... View Article
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