Fasting for a Blood Test: Dos and Dont’s

Опубликовано: 03 Май 2026
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How to prepare for a blood test? What blood tests require fasting?
How long should you fast before a blood work? Can you eat or drink before a blood test? These and many more questions may pop in your head when you hear the words “fasting before blood work.” In today's video, we’ve answered 8 of the most common questions on how to prepare for a blood test properly!

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:20 Why do you need to fast before your blood test?
1:28 What types of blood tests require fasting?
1:45 How long should you fast before a blood test?
2:23 Can you drink anything besides water?
3:16 Can you smoke before a blood test?
3:26 Can you chew gum before a blood test?
4:01 Can you continue taking medicine during a fast?
4:22 When can you eat and drink normally again?

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