RBC Count and related queries
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when they can't draw blood for a blood test?
It means that either you are dehydrated or your blood veins have collapsed for the time being making it difficult to draw blood
Last updated on 23 Feb 2023
What happens if you don't fast before a blood test?
One may not get the best results
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Can I drink Gatorade before a fasting blood test?
No it has electrolytes which may interfere with the electrolyte panel
Last updated on 23 Feb 2023
Can I, at least, drink water while fasting for a blood test?
Yes you may have water
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Can you drink alcohol before a blood test?
No it is not recommended to have alcohol before blood test
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Is it OK to drink coffee before having a blood test?
No it is not recommended to have tea or coffee before blood test
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Will eating fast foods prior to a blood test impact results?
Yes might spike lipid profile
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What can I drink prior to fasting blood work?
If at all you feel thirsty you can have some water
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Can you eat after a morning blood test?
Yes after the blood test one can have breakfast
Last updated on 23 Feb 2023
Can you drink coffee before blood test?
No it is not recommended to have tea or coffee before blood test
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What to Do If You Eat Before a Blood Test That Requires Fasting
Inform your doctor and or do not give the sample for that day
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Why should we fast before blood test?
This is because food can alter results and affect doctors investigation
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Fasting for a Blood Test: Can You Drink or Eat?
No you are advised to fast for a minimum of 8 hours
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Fasting Before a Blood Test: How Long to Fast and More
One should fast for a minimum of 8 hours maximum of 12 hours
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What should you eat before a blood test to ensure good results?
If you are not undergoing fasting blood sugar test then you can have water and light snacks
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Can you eat before a blood test?
Yes if you are not doing a fasting blood sugar test
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Why we should do a lab test?
To evaluate and detect health conditions either new or prexisting
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What are the most common blood tests in the India?
CBC is the most common blood test
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Why do doctors draw 6 vials of blood?
6 vials will ensure all the full body blood tests
Last updated on 23 Feb 2023
Can you drink black coffee when fasting for blood work?
No you are advised to fast for a minimum of 8 hours
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Does drinking water before blood test affect results?
It doesnt affect blood test however if you are having fasting sugar test then do not eat or drink anything
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During blood tests, do they check your weight?
No
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Do tattoos affect blood tests?
Tattoos can sometimes result in bacterial infection in the blood
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What are some diagnostic tests for malaria?
PCR, RDT or malarial smear tests are the most effective tests for malaria
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What does a high basophil mean in a blood test?
A high basophil count may indicate you have a serious medical condition such as leukemia
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What comes to when AEC blood test is done?
AEC blood test is done to diagnose hyperesonophilic syndrome
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What's the normal level of atypical lymphocytes in the blood?
An atypical lymphocyte normal level should be 12 percent or less in the blood
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What is the difference between thick film and thin film of blood?
The difference is a thick film can detect parasaties in the blood wherease a thin film of blood can be made into smear to look into other blood related parameters
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
Why is neutrophils predominant in a blood smear?
The most common reason is a bacterial infection
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What do myelocytes in the blood mean?
These immature neutrophils are normally found only in the bone marrow.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What is a peripheral smear, what will it indicate in the result?
This test gives them a clear picture of changes in your blood cells and platelets that may be a sign of disease
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What are the uses of a blood smear?
A blood smear is used to help diagnose and monitor many conditions such as cancers, infections and blood disorders
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My WBC is high (13,000).
WBC is high one must consult with a doctor
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
What will happen if white blood cell count is less than 4.1?
It means that your body may not be able to fight infections adequately
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Is WBC 11.9 High?
Slightly high
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What do we do if leukocytes count 15000?
Get it checked again as it can be an indicator of bacteremia but is also present in many viral illnesses
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What range of white blood cells indicate leukemia?
100,000 to 4,000,000 may indicate leukemia. It is best to consult a doctor
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
Could intermittent fasting cause a low white blood cell count?
Yes
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
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