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Advanced Health covering Blood, Diabetes, Heart, Liver, Kidney, Thyroid, Iron, Sugar, Inflamation, Bone, Vitamins, Urine, Cancer Marker, Pancreas, Cardiac Marker, Arthritis
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- List of Tests
- Sugar (Glucose) Fasting
- CBC - Complete Hemogram
- Liver Function Test
- Albumin
- Alkaline Phosphatase
- Bilirubin - Direct
- Bilirubin - Indirect
- Bilirubin - Total
- AST/SGOT
- ALT/SGPT
- Total Protein
- A/G Ratio
- Gamma GT
- Globulin
- Kidney Profile
- BUN
- Calcium
- Creatinine
- Uric Acid
- eGFR
- BUN/Creatinine
- Urea
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Chloride
- Lipid Profile
- Cholestrol/HDL
- LDL/HDL
- Non HDL
- VLDL
- Total Cholestrol
- Triglycerides
- HDL
- LDL
- Iron Studies
- Iron
- TIBC
- Transferrin Saturation
- Thyroid Profile
- Total T3
- Total T4
- TSH
- Hba1c
- eAG
- ESR
- hs-CRP
- Vitamin B12
- 25 OH Vitamin D
- Urine Complete
- RF
- Phosphorous
- Amylase
- Lipase
- Total IgE
- Carcino Embryonic Antigen (CEA)
Super Advanced Wellness Package - King
- Why is it done?
- Comprehensive health screening to assess overall metabolic, endocrine, hepatic, renal, and hematologic status for disease prevention and early detection
- Evaluate glucose metabolism and diabetes risk through fasting glucose and HbA1c testing, allowing early intervention in prediabetic states
- Assess cardiovascular risk factors through lipid profile analysis (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, VLDL, non-HDL cholesterol)
- Screen for liver dysfunction through comprehensive hepatic function markers including bilirubin, transaminases (AST/ALT), alkaline phosphatase, and proteins
- Evaluate renal function and electrolyte balance through kidney profile including creatinine, BUN, eGFR, and electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride)
- Assess complete blood count for anemia, infection, and hematologic disorders through hemoglobin, hematocrit, RBC, WBC, and platelet analysis
- Evaluate thyroid function and metabolism through TSH, Total T3, and Total T4 measurements, detecting hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
- Screen for inflammatory conditions through ESR and high-sensitivity CRP, markers of systemic inflammation and cardiovascular risk
- Assess iron metabolism and detect anemia etiology through iron, TIBC, and transferrin saturation measurements
- Evaluate vitamin deficiencies through B12 and 25-OH Vitamin D testing, which affect energy metabolism and bone health respectively
- Screen for pancreatic disease and disorders through amylase and lipase measurements, detecting pancreatitis or pancreatic insufficiency
- Assess bone metabolism and calcium regulation through phosphorus and calcium measurements
- Screen for autoimmune conditions and rheumatologic diseases through Rheumatoid Factor (RF) testing
- Evaluate immune response and allergic conditions through total IgE measurement
- Screen for urinary tract abnormalities and kidney disease through comprehensive urinalysis including protein, glucose, cells, and casts
- Screen for malignancy risk through Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA), a tumor marker useful for baseline assessment and cancer surveillance
- Recommended for comprehensive annual health check-ups, executive health screening, baseline assessment, and monitoring of chronic disease management
- Normal Range
- Sugar (Glucose) Fasting: 70-100 mg/dL (3.9-5.6 mmol/L) - Normal fasting glucose; 100-125 mg/dL indicates impaired fasting glucose; >126 mg/dL suggests diabetes
- Hemoglobin (Male): 13.5-17.5 g/dL; (Female): 12.0-15.5 g/dL - Lower levels indicate anemia; elevated levels suggest polycythemia
- Hematocrit (Male): 41-53%; (Female): 36-46% - Percentage of red blood cells in blood volume
- Red Blood Cell Count (Male): 4.7-6.1 million/μL; (Female): 4.2-5.4 million/μL - Counts below range indicate anemia
- White Blood Cell Count: 4,500-11,000 cells/μL - Elevated counts suggest infection or leukemia; low counts indicate immunosuppression
- Platelet Count: 150,000-400,000/μL - Low counts increase bleeding risk; elevated counts may indicate inflammation or thrombotic risk
- Total Bilirubin: 0.1-1.2 mg/dL (1.7-20.5 μmol/L) - Elevated levels suggest jaundice or liver dysfunction
- Direct Bilirubin: 0.0-0.3 mg/dL (0-5.1 μmol/L) - Indicates conjugated bilirubin; elevation suggests biliary obstruction
- Indirect Bilirubin: 0.1-0.9 mg/dL (1.7-15.4 μmol/L) - Unconjugated bilirubin; elevation suggests hemolysis or liver uptake dysfunction
- AST/SGOT: 10-40 U/L - Elevated in liver disease, myocardial infarction, and muscle injury
- ALT/SGPT: 7-56 U/L - More specific for liver disease than AST; elevation indicates hepatic injury
- Alkaline Phosphatase: 44-147 U/L - Elevated in bone disease, biliary obstruction, and pregnancy
- Gamma GT: 9-48 U/L - Elevated in liver disease and with alcohol consumption
- Total Protein: 6.0-8.3 g/dL - Reflects nutritional status and immune function
- Albumin: 3.5-5.0 g/dL - Low levels indicate malnutrition, liver disease, or kidney disease
- Globulin: 2.3-3.5 g/dL - Calculated as Total Protein minus Albumin; reflects immune proteins
- A/G Ratio (Albumin/Globulin): 1.0-2.5 - Ratio below 1.0 suggests chronic liver disease or immune dysfunction
- Creatinine: 0.7-1.3 mg/dL (62-115 μmol/L) - Marker of kidney function; elevation indicates renal impairment
- BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen): 7-20 mg/dL (2.5-7.1 mmol/L) - Elevated in renal disease or dehydration
- BUN/Creatinine Ratio: 10:1 to 20:1 - Elevated ratio suggests pre-renal azotemia; low ratio may indicate liver disease
- eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate): >60 mL/min/1.73m² - Normal kidney function; <60 indicates chronic kidney disease
- Urea: 7-20 mg/dL (2.5-7.1 mmol/L) - Similar interpretation to BUN
- Sodium: 135-145 mEq/L (135-145 mmol/L) - Critical for fluid balance and nerve function; abnormalities cause neurologic symptoms
- Potassium: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L (3.5-5.0 mmol/L) - Essential for cardiac function; abnormalities cause arrhythmias
- Chloride: 96-106 mEq/L (96-106 mmol/L) - Maintains acid-base balance and osmotic pressure
- Calcium: 8.5-10.2 mg/dL (2.12-2.55 mmol/L) - Low levels cause tetany; high levels cause hypercalcemia symptoms
- Phosphorus: 2.5-4.5 mg/dL (0.81-1.45 mmol/L) - Works with calcium for bone health; inverse relationship with PTH
- Uric Acid (Male): 3.5-7.2 mg/dL; (Female): 2.6-6.0 mg/dL - Elevated levels increase gout risk and suggest purine metabolism dysfunction
- Total Cholesterol: <200 mg/dL (<5.2 mmol/L) optimal - 200-239 mg/dL borderline; ≥240 mg/dL high risk
- LDL Cholesterol: <100 mg/dL optimal; 100-129 mg/dL near optimal; 130-159 mg/dL borderline high; ≥160 mg/dL high
- HDL Cholesterol (Male): >40 mg/dL; (Female): >50 mg/dL protective - Lower levels increase cardiovascular risk
- Triglycerides: <150 mg/dL (<1.7 mmol/L) optimal - 150-199 mg/dL borderline high; ≥200 mg/dL high
- VLDL: <30 mg/dL - Calculated from triglycerides; elevated with hypertriglyceridemia
- Non-HDL Cholesterol: <130 mg/dL optimal - Better predictor of cardiovascular risk than LDL alone
- Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: <5.0 optimal - Indicates cardiovascular risk; lower ratios are protective
- LDL/HDL Ratio: <3.0 optimal - Another cardiovascular risk indicator; lower is better
- Iron: 60-170 μg/dL (10.7-30.4 μmol/L) - Low levels suggest iron deficiency anemia; high levels indicate iron overload
- TIBC (Total Iron-Binding Capacity): 250-425 μg/dL (45-76 μmol/L) - Elevated in iron deficiency; low in iron overload
- Transferrin Saturation: 20-50% - Low levels (<20%) suggest iron deficiency; high levels (>50%) indicate iron overload
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone): 0.4-4.0 mIU/L - Elevated suggests primary hypothyroidism; low suggests hyperthyroidism
- Total T3: 80-200 ng/dL (1.2-3.1 nmol/L) - Low in hypothyroidism and non-thyroid illness; elevated in hyperthyroidism
- Total T4: 4.5-12 μg/dL (58-154 nmol/L) - Reflects thyroid hormone production; abnormalities indicate thyroid dysfunction
- HbA1c: <5.7% optimal; 5.7-6.4% prediabetic range; ≥6.5% diagnostic of diabetes - Reflects average glucose over 3 months
- eAG (Estimated Average Glucose): <117 mg/dL optimal; correlates with HbA1c percentage
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Male: <15 mm/hr; Female: <20 mm/hr - Elevated in inflammation, infection, and malignancy
- hs-CRP (High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein): <3.0 mg/L - Elevated indicates inflammation and cardiovascular risk
- Vitamin B12: 200-900 pg/mL (148-664 pmol/L) - Low levels cause pernicious anemia and neuropathy; deficiency at <200 pg/mL
- 25-OH Vitamin D: 30-100 ng/mL (75-250 nmol/L) optimal - 20-29 ng/mL insufficient; <20 ng/mL deficient
- Amylase: 30-110 U/L - Elevated in acute pancreatitis, salivary gland disorders, and some malignancies
- Lipase: 0-60 U/L - More specific for pancreatic disease than amylase; elevated in pancreatitis
- Total IgE: <100 IU/mL (0-200 kIU/L) - Elevated in allergic conditions and atopic diseases
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF): Negative (<10 IU/mL) - Positive in rheumatoid arthritis but not diagnostic alone
- CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen): <2.5 ng/mL smokers; <5 ng/mL non-smokers - Elevated in various malignancies and inflammatory conditions
- Urine Complete: Normal findings include negative for protein, glucose, blood, ketones, bilirubin, nitrites, and leukocyte esterase; pH 4.5-8.0; specific gravity 1.005-1.030
- Interpretation
- Sugar (Glucose) Fasting: Elevated fasting glucose (>126 mg/dL on two occasions) confirms diabetes diagnosis; 100-125 mg/dL represents impaired fasting glucose requiring lifestyle intervention; values <100 mg/dL are normal
- CBC Interpretation: Low hemoglobin indicates anemia; elevated WBC suggests infection, leukemia, or stress response; low WBC indicates bone marrow suppression or immunodeficiency; low platelets increase bleeding risk; elevated platelets suggest thrombotic tendency
- Liver Function Tests: Elevated transaminases (AST/ALT) indicate hepatocellular injury from viral hepatitis, cirrhosis, or drug toxicity; elevated ALP suggests biliary obstruction or bone disease; elevated bilirubin indicates jaundice; abnormal A/G ratio suggests chronic liver disease
- Kidney Profile: Elevated creatinine indicates renal impairment; eGFR <60 confirms chronic kidney disease; elevated potassium (hyperkalemia) risks cardiac arrhythmias requiring urgent treatment; elevated sodium (hypernatremia) causes dehydration; low sodium (hyponatremia) causes neurologic symptoms
- Lipid Profile: Elevated LDL cholesterol increases atherosclerotic risk; low HDL worsens cardiovascular prognosis; elevated triglycerides increase pancreatitis risk; high total cholesterol requires intervention; abnormal ratios aid cardiovascular risk stratification
- Iron Studies: Low iron with high TIBC indicates iron deficiency anemia; low transferrin saturation (<20%) confirms iron deficiency; high iron with high saturation suggests hemochromatosis or secondary iron overload; normal values exclude iron disorders
- Thyroid Profile: Elevated TSH with low T4 indicates primary hypothyroidism; low TSH with elevated T3/T4 indicates hyperthyroidism; isolated elevated TSH suggests subclinical hypothyroidism; normal values exclude thyroid dysfunction
- HbA1c and eAG: HbA1c >6.5% on two occasions confirms diabetes diagnosis; 5.7-6.4% indicates prediabetes requiring intervention; eAG provides estimated average glucose corresponding to HbA1c percentage for treatment goals
- ESR: Elevated ESR (>20 mm/hr in women, >15 mm/hr in men) indicates systemic inflammation, infection, malignancy, or autoimmune disease; markedly elevated ESR (>100 mm/hr) warrants urgent investigation; normal ESR doesn't exclude disease
- hs-CRP: Elevated hs-CRP (>3.0 mg/L) indicates inflammation and increases cardiovascular risk; helps stratify intermediate-risk patients; levels >10 mg/L suggest acute infection or severe inflammation
- Vitamin B12: Low B12 (<200 pg/mL) causes pernicious anemia, neuropathy, and cognitive dysfunction; 200-400 pg/mL borderline requiring symptom correlation; deficiency may occur with normal serum B12 (check methylmalonic acid)
- 25-OH Vitamin D: <20 ng/mL indicates deficiency causing rickets, osteomalacia, and impaired immunity; 20-29 ng/mL is insufficient; >30 ng/mL is sufficient for most; >100 ng/mL may indicate excess supplementation
- Urine Complete: Proteinuria (>trace) suggests kidney disease or orthostatic proteinuria; glycosuria indicates diabetes or renal threshold abnormality; hematuria requires urologic evaluation; nitrites/leukocyte esterase positive suggests urinary tract infection
- Rheumatoid Factor: Positive RF (>10 IU/mL) seen in rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, and some infections; 70% sensitive for RA but occurs in other conditions; negative RF doesn't exclude seronegative RA
- Total IgE: Elevated (>100 IU/mL) in allergic conditions, atopic dermatitis, asthma, and parasitic infections; very high levels (>1000 IU/mL) suggest IgE-mediated disease or hyperimmunoglobulinemia
- Amylase and Lipase: Markedly elevated (>3x upper limit) strongly suggests acute pancreatitis; mild elevations require clinical correlation; lipase remains elevated longer than amylase; may be falsely elevated in macroamylasemia
- Phosphorus and Calcium: Low calcium with high phosphorus and elevated PTH indicates secondary hyperparathyroidism; high calcium with low phosphorus suggests hyperparathyroidism; abnormalities affect bone health and cardiac function
- CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen): Elevated CEA (>5 ng/mL) may indicate colorectal cancer, lung cancer, gastric cancer, or smoking; mild elevation without malignancy suggests benign disease; used for baseline before cancer treatment and surveillance
- Associated Organs
- Sugar (Glucose): Primarily evaluates pancreatic beta-cell function and insulin sensitivity; indirectly assesses brain, kidneys, and liver glucose metabolism; abnormalities increase risk of microvascular complications (retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy) and macrovascular disease (MI, stroke)
- CBC: Evaluates bone marrow function, immune system, and blood-forming capacity; hemoglobin abnormalities affect all organs through oxygen delivery; abnormal WBC indicates infection risk or hematologic malignancy; platelet abnormalities cause bleeding or thrombotic complications
- Liver Function Tests: Directly evaluate hepatic synthetic function, detoxification, and metabolism; abnormalities indicate hepatocellular injury, cholestasis, or cirrhosis; associated conditions include viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, autoimmune hepatitis, and hepatic fibrosis
- Kidney Profile: Evaluates glomerular filtration, tubular function, and electrolyte balance; detects acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, and complications of diabetes and hypertension; associated conditions include glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis, nephrolithiasis, and renal artery stenosis
- Lipid Profile: Evaluates cardiovascular risk through hepatic cholesterol synthesis and lipoprotein metabolism; abnormalities increase risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, myocardial infarction, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease; associated with metabolic syndrome and diabetes
- Iron Studies: Evaluate bone marrow hematopoiesis, gut absorption, and liver storage; iron deficiency affects all organs through anemia; iron overload causes cirrhosis, cardiomyopathy, diabetes, and arthropathy; associated conditions include GI bleeding and hereditary hemochromatosis
- Thyroid Profile: Evaluates thyroid gland function and metabolism regulation; affects all organs through thyroid hormone effects on metabolic rate, heart rate, temperature regulation, and bone metabolism; associated conditions include Graves' disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and thyroid malignancy
- HbA1c and eAG: Reflects pancreatic beta-cell function, insulin sensitivity, and glucose homeostasis; predicts risk of microvascular complications (eyes, kidneys, nerves) and macrovascular disease; used to guide therapy and assess long-term glycemic control
- ESR: Non-specific marker of systemic inflammation; elevated in infections (tuberculosis, endocarditis), malignancies, autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), vasculitis, and temporal arteritis; used for disease activity monitoring
- hs-CRP: Marker of systemic inflammation produced by liver; indicates acute coronary syndrome, infection, autoimmune disease, and chronic inflammatory conditions; elevated levels increase cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk
- Vitamin B12: Essential for neurologic function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation; affects brain, nerves, bone marrow, and GI tract; deficiency causes pernicious anemia, paresthesias, ataxia, and cognitive dysfunction; caused by malabsorption or pernicious anemia
- 25-OH Vitamin D: Critical for calcium absorption in GI tract, bone mineralization, and immune function; deficiency affects skeletal system (rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis), immune system (increased infections), and endocrine system; associated with secondary hyperparathyroidism
- Urine Complete: Evaluates kidneys, urinary tract, and systemic disease; detects proteinuria (kidney disease), glycosuria (diabetes), hematuria (urologic malignancy, stones), infection (UTI, pyelonephritis), and casts (glomerulonephritis); abnormalities require further investigation
- Rheumatoid Factor: Screens for autoimmune rheumatologic disease; elevated in rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, and other autoimmune conditions; affects joints (synovitis), lungs (pulmonary fibrosis), heart (pericarditis), and blood vessels
- Total IgE: Evaluates immune system response and allergic sensitization; elevated in allergic/atopic diseases affecting lungs (asthma), skin (atopic dermatitis), nose (allergic rhinitis), and GI tract; also elevated in parasitic infections and immunodeficiency
- Amylase and Lipase: Directly evaluate pancreatic enzyme production; elevated in acute pancreatitis affecting pancreas, GI tract, and peritoneum; may be elevated in other conditions affecting salivary glands (mumps), intestines (peritonitis), or kidney dysfunction
- Phosphorus and Calcium: Essential for bone metabolism, cardiac conduction, muscle contraction, and nerve transmission; abnormalities affect skeletal system (osteoporosis, osteomalacia), heart (arrhythmias), muscles (tetany), and kidneys (secondary hyperparathyroidism)
- CEA: Tumor marker for screening and surveillance in malignancy; elevated in colorectal cancer (60-90% advanced cases), lung cancer, gastric cancer, pancreatic cancer, and other adenocarcinomas; non-specific, requiring clinical correlation and imaging confirmation
- Follow-up Tests
- Sugar (Glucose): If elevated, obtain oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) for diabetes classification; repeat HbA1c in 3 months to confirm diagnosis; continuous glucose monitoring for insulin-dependent diabetes; assess renal function and albuminuria for complication screening
- CBC: If hemoglobin low, obtain iron studies, B12/folate levels, reticulocyte count, and peripheral smear; if WBC elevated, obtain differential count and blood smear; if platelets low, obtain coagulation profile; repeat CBC in 2-4 weeks to assess trend
- Liver Function Tests: If abnormal, obtain viral hepatitis serology (hepatitis A, B, C antibodies), autoimmune markers (ANA, anti-mitochondrial antibodies), acetaminophen and alcohol levels; perform abdominal ultrasound for liver echotexture; consider liver biopsy if fibrosis suspected
- Kidney Profile: If creatinine elevated or eGFR <60, repeat in 1-2 weeks to assess acute vs chronic; obtain urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio; ultrasound kidneys to assess size and echogenicity; if potassium elevated, obtain ECG; check PTH and calcium-phosphorus if eGFR <45
- Lipid Profile: If abnormal, repeat fasting lipid panel; add Lp(a) and apoB if elevated cardiovascular risk; obtain inflammatory markers (hs-CRP); assess for metabolic syndrome criteria; initiate statin therapy if indicated and repeat lipids in 6-8 weeks
- Iron Studies: If iron deficient, evaluate for GI blood loss with fecal occult blood testing and upper/lower endoscopy if indicated; assess dietary intake and absorption; repeat iron studies after 8-12 weeks of iron supplementation; check ferritin periodically
- Thyroid Profile: If TSH abnormal, repeat with free T4 and free T3; obtain TPO antibodies and thyroglobulin antibodies for autoimmune thyroiditis; thyroid ultrasound if nodule suspected; repeat TSH after 6-8 weeks of levothyroxine initiation to adjust dose
- HbA1c and eAG: If elevated, refer to endocrinologist for intensive glucose management; repeat HbA1c every 3 months until stable, then annually; obtain home glucose monitoring logs; screen for complications with urine microalbumin and fundoscopic exam every year
- ESR: If elevated, investigate underlying cause with imaging studies (chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasound), infection workup (blood cultures, tuberculosis testing), or malignancy screening; repeat ESR every 4-8 weeks to monitor disease activity or treatment response
- hs-CRP: If elevated, assess cardiovascular risk factors and initiate preventive therapy; obtain lipid panel, blood pressure; consider aspirin prophylaxis if intermediate-high risk; repeat hs-CRP after 3 months of lifestyle modification to assess response
- Vitamin B12: If low, check folate, methylmalonic acid, and homocysteine levels; assess for pernicious anemia with Schilling test or intrinsic factor antibodies; evaluate for malabsorption with endoscopy if indicated; initiate B12 supplementation and repeat levels in 8-12 weeks
- 25-OH Vitamin D: If deficient, initiate vitamin D3 supplementation 1000-4000 IU daily; repeat level in 8-12 weeks; monitor calcium and phosphorus; obtain bone density scan (DXA) if osteoporosis risk factors present; check PTH if calcium abnormal
- Urine Complete: If abnormal findings, obtain 24-hour urine protein quantification; urine microscopy for casts; urine culture if infection suspected; ultrasound kidneys if hematuria; renal biopsy if proteinuria >3.5 g/day or active sediment; repeat urinalysis annually
- Rheumatoid Factor: If positive, obtain anti-CCP antibodies (higher specificity for RA); perform ESR and CRP; obtain imaging (X-ray hands/feet); refer to rheumatologist for evaluation and disease-modifying therapy; repeat RF annually to monitor disease activity
- Total IgE: If elevated, perform specific IgE testing for allergens implicated by history; skin prick testing to confirm allergen sensitization; assess for parasitic infections in appropriate epidemiologic setting; refer to allergist if significant elevation
- Amylase and Lipase: If elevated, perform imaging (abdominal ultrasound or CT) to visualize pancreas; obtain liver function tests; check triglycerides (>500 mg/dL causes pancreatitis); assess medication history (valproic acid, azathioprine); repeat lipase every 24-48 hours during acute illness
- Phosphorus and Calcium: If abnormal, obtain PTH, vitamin D, and magnesium levels; assess renal function and acid-base status; perform imaging (bone density scan) if osteoporosis suspected; repeat levels 1-2 weeks after intervention; monitor for clinical signs of hypo/hypercalcemia
- CEA: If elevated, perform colonoscopy to evaluate for colorectal cancer; obtain chest CT to screen for lung cancer; abdominal/pelvic imaging based on clinical suspicion; consider endoscopy and gastric imaging if history suggests gastric malignancy; repeat CEA every 3-6 months for surveillance
- Fasting Required?
- YES - This test package REQUIRES a fasting period of 8-12 hours (preferably 10-12 hours) prior to blood collection for accurate and reliable results
- Fasting requirements: No food or beverages (except water) for the specified 8-12 hour period; fasting should ideally begin at 10:00 PM for morning collection at 8:00 AM
- Water: Unlimited plain water is permitted during fasting period; water does not affect test results and aids sample collection
- Avoid during fasting period: No coffee, tea, milk, juice, soda, or any caloric beverages; no gum chewing, mints, or candy; no smoking for at least 30 minutes before collection
- Medications: Continue essential medications (heart, blood pressure, anti-seizure medications) as prescribed unless specifically instructed otherwise by physician; take medications with small sip of water if necessary
- Medications to discuss with physician: Lipid-lowering drugs may be held for 2 weeks prior to collection if restarting therapy; antibiotics should be completed before testing if possible; hormone replacement therapy may affect test results
- Collection timing: Early morning (6:00 AM - 9:00 AM) preferred for fasting specimen; collection becomes increasingly non-fasting as hours progress from fasting start
- Previous day preparation: Maintain normal diet the day prior to fasting; avoid excessive food, alcohol, and fatty foods evening before test; avoid strenuous exercise 24 hours before collection
- Stress management: Ensure adequate sleep (7-9 hours) the night before testing; avoid stressful situations as stress elevates glucose and inflammatory markers; minimize physical activity morning of collection
- Why fasting required: Fasting lipids increase accuracy of lipid panel interpretation for cardiovascular risk assessment; fasting glucose provides standardized measurement; fasting ensures reproducibility and comparability with reference ranges
- Consequences of non-fasting: Non-fasting specimens may show falsely elevated triglycerides, VLDL, and glucose; lipid ratios become unreliable; glucose interpretation becomes impossible; results become non-interpretable and test may require repeat
- Special populations: Diabetic patients on insulin should still fast but should be prepared to treat hypoglycemia if symptoms occur; elderly should arrange transportation as fasting may affect balance; children should be coached on fasting expectations
- Urine sample: Collect mid-stream morning urine sample (first void after waking); this represents overnight urine concentration, providing optimal specimen for urinalysis with maximum cellular and molecular yield
- What NOT to do: Do not reschedule test to non-fasting time; do not drink energy drinks or vitamin-enriched water; do not take new supplements morning of test; do not delay collection if fasting requirements met
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