Want accurate lipid test results? What you eat, do the night before matters

What you eat, drink or do before a lipid test can quietly skew cholesterol results. An Apollo doctor explains how dinner, ...
Medscape

Use Nonfasting Blood for Routine Lipid Profiles, Says EAS/EFLM

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK — The European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS) and the European Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (EFLM) recommend that "nonfasting blood samples be routinely ...
Everyday Health

Why Vigorous Exercise Before a Cholesterol Test Can Mess With Your Results

Working out can temporarily raise your cholesterol levels. It sounds counterintuitive, but engaging in intense exercise right before a cholesterol test may mess with the results, making your ...
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Essential Baseline Lab Tests for Preventive Health Assessment

This encyclopedic article outlines evidence-based laboratory tests that are most useful for establishing individualized ...
Indiatimes

Important medical tests for your parents: 5 essential screenings to schedule for healthy ageing

As parents age, they become more susceptible to health issues like heart disease and diabetes, making routine medical tests essential. Regular check-ups, including lipid profiles, HbA1C, kidney and ...
Onlymyhealth

Do You Need Blood Tests Before Making A Diet Plan?

Firstly, we need to know why we need blood tests before embarking on a new diet plan. “Before curating a diet plan, doctors often suggest a few blood tests to understand your health and body needs. A ...