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Mowbray | 13:11 Thu 03rd Mar 2005 | Body & Soul
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I am due to go for a blood test this afternoon.  My doctor said that I must not eat or drink anything after 9pm (last night).  Why is this?

(I am Famished)

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So your system has time to flush everything out then your test will be accurate.

13:16 Thu 03rd Mar 2005
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Do you think I can drink water?
13:17 Thu 03rd Mar 2005
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I think so, but do not take my word for it! I am sure AB ED will pop in the post 'do not rely on AB users, seek medical advice etc' shortly. Just phone your GP to double check.
13:37 Thu 03rd Mar 2005
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Thanks guys.
13:39 Thu 03rd Mar 2005
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It could be a Fasting Blood Glucose test to check for diabetes - eating food will cause your blood sugar levels to rise for several hours, before it settles back to its fasting level

For a FBG test you are allowed to drink water and clear, non sugary liquids such as black tea, sugar free cola etc
17:42 Thu 03rd Mar 2005

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