Blood sampling also at home
Although not strictly necessary for all blood chemistry tests, the patient must fast for at least 8 hours before the blood draw. Refrain from any beverages (tea, coffee), but water is permitted and recommended.
In the hours preceding the blood test, avoid intense physical activity and, as much as possible, stressful situations or excessive fasting.
Do not consume alcohol in the 12 hours before the test. Do not smoke. Do not change your eating habits the day before the test.
For drug monitoring, please agree with your doctor about taking any medications before the blood draw.
To avoid bruising, after the blood sample is taken, it is recommended to remain seated in the waiting room and hold the cotton swab firmly on the exact spot where the sample was taken, without rubbing or bending your arm, for a couple of minutes.
Plasma beta-HCG (blood pregnancy test)
It is performed to determine the pregnancy status and/or progress of the pregnancy itself. A sample is taken, without the need to fast. The results are available even the same day.
Glycosylated Hemoglobin
The test is not recommended after taking alcohol or antibiotics, which can cause false increases.
A blood sample is taken.
Prolactin
The blood sample should be taken in the morning after an hour of rest, or three samples should be taken half an hour apart, keeping the subject at rest.
Prothrombin time (PT-INR)
Patients undergoing this type of test do not need to fast strictly, but may limit themselves to a light breakfast. The report will be available on the same day as the blood sample, starting at 1:00 PM.
It is not performed on Saturdays, except in cases of agreed urgency.
Renin - angiotensin aldosterone (ortho/clin)
Fast for at least 10-12 hours.
The first blood sample (clinical) must be taken in the morning before getting up at home (home sampling is subject to a fee).
The second blood sample (ortho) should be taken at the laboratory or the most convenient blood sampling point, after 15 minutes of walking, in a standing position. In the three days prior to the test, eat light meals without added salt.
Pharmacological monitoring
(Phenobarbital, Carbamazepine, Digoxin, Phenytoin, Theophylline, Valproic Acid, Lithium, Kepra, Levetiracetam).
For information on how to prepare for the blood test (when to take the medication), please consult your doctor.
The guidelines are available in the laboratory.
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