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Does drinking water before blood test affect results?

Does drinking water before blood test affect results?

Drinking water does not affect the blood test results hugely. However, if you have been asked to fast then maintain a fasting timings of a minimum 8 hours and maximum 12 hours. During this time, you can sip water if you are feeling dehydrated.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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How can we increase the hemoglobin content in our blood?

One way to increase hemoglobin content in the blood is to increase your iron intake. You can do this by eating foods rich in iron. These include spinach, liver and organ meat, cabbage, green beans, and tofu. Folate is a vitamin that your body uses to create haem and is present in spinach, rice, and meat. This way you can increase your hemoglobin levels quickly without medications.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why is HBA1C for 3 months?

An A1C test can show your average glucose level for the past three months because: Glucose sticks to hemoglobin for as long as the red blood cells are alive. The red blood cells live for three months. This is the reason HBA1C is done every 3 months.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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How much can your A1C drop in 3 months?

If you have good control over diabetes then the good news is that HBA1C can drop by 10%. But if your levels are higher than 7.5 then the drop is slower.

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I have an HB level of 19.4. Is that fatal for me?

No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications. However, if left untreated it can lead to blood clots, heart attack and strokes.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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How long does it take for hemoglobin levels to decrease?

Hemoglobin levels can decrease speedily during operative procedures and unhealthy regimes. The effect can be seen as early as two weeks.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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