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class="css-t753mo"><a href="#takeaway" class="css-1r1p1p8">Takeaway</a></li></ul></nav><article class="article-body css-d2znx6 undefined"><div class="css-12va8w7"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><div><p class="css-w2pt6r">Following your doctor’s instructions is the most important part of preparing for a blood test. Sleeping well, staying hydrated, and avoiding certain foods and drinks can also provide benefits.</p></div></div><div><p>Blood tests are a common procedure, but many people may feel nervous about having blood drawn. Others may be unsure how to prepare or whether to avoid eating or drinking beforehand.</p></div><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div><p>This article provides tips that can help you prepare for a blood test and explains what you can expect during a blood draw procedure.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline2__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline2__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="day-before-your-test">Preparation tips for the day before your blood test</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Here are preparation tips you can follow the day before your blood test:</p></div><div><ul><li>Check your doctor’s instructions carefully. For <a href="https://precisionlabtesting.com/2021/01/02/blood-test-101-how-to-prepare-for-your-first-on-site-blood-testing-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">certain blood tests</a>, you may need to <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/fasting-before-blood-test" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">fast</a> (avoid eating or drinking anything except water) for <hl-trusted-source source="National Heart Lung and Blood Institute " rationale="Governmental authority"><a href="https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/blood-tests" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">9–12 hours</a></hl-trusted-source> beforehand. Your doctor may also ask you to stop taking certain prescription medications.</li><li>If you need to fast, also consider avoiding activities like smoking, drinking alcohol, chewing gum, and doing strenuous exercise. These can all <a href="https://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2022/01/how-to-get-the-most-accurate-blood-test-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">affect</a> blood test results.</li><li>If you don’t need to fast, consider avoiding alcohol and fatty or rich foods. This will ensure you feel your best the day of the appointment.</li><li>Get plenty of sleep. Being well-rested helps make your veins easier to access during the blood draw.</li><li>If you’re going to a lab that doesn’t require appointments, call ahead to find out when they’re least busy to avoid a long wait.</li></ul></div><div><div id="widget_call_out_e70253ab-6cee-4ba3-a56c-8d17ac85f0eb" class="css-1k93l86"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div class="css-1r9bcg7"><div class="css-xqvouu"><h3 class="css-2nwgta">Blood tests that typically require fasting</h3><div class="css-h6zl9n"><p>Your doctor will tell you if you need to fast before your blood test. Blood tests that <a href="https://precisionlabtesting.com/2021/01/02/blood-test-101-how-to-prepare-for-your-first-on-site-blood-testing-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">typically require fasting</a> include:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/liver-function-tests" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">liver function tests</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/cholesterol-test" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">cholesterol tests (lipid panels)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/triglyceride-level" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">triglyceride level tests</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/glucose-test-blood" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">blood glucose tests</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hdl-vs-ldl-cholesterol" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) tests</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/basic-metabolic-panel" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">metabolic panel tests</a></li></ul></div></div></div><div class="css-1uwjw6e"><div></div><div class="css-wvglsa"><svg alt="Healthline" width="75" height="12" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 113 18"><path fill="#000" d="M14.794 17.497H9.412V8.956c0-.898-.643-1.474-1.4-1.474-.734 0-1.621.599-1.621 1.474v8.541H1.558V3.891L0 2.786C1.78 2.187 4.765.898 6.39 0v7.137c.645-.806 2.222-1.842 4.225-1.842 2.537 0 3.628 1.68 3.628 3.684v7.21c0 .218.184.654.551 1.308Zm55.493 0h-5.383V8.956c0-.898-.643-1.474-1.4-1.474-.734 0-1.621.599-1.621 1.474v8.541H57.05V3.891l-1.558-1.105c1.78-.599 4.765-1.888 6.39-2.786v7.137c.645-.806 2.222-1.842 4.225-1.842 2.537 0 3.628 1.68 3.628 3.684v7.21c0 .218.184.654.551 1.308Zm-43.724-2.031v.852C25.492 17.24 24.309 18 21.764 18c-4.018 0-6.473-2.695-6.473-6.013 0-3.962 2.522-6.657 6.228-6.657 3.66 0 5.044 2.51 5.044 5.667h-6.691c.29 3.64 2.316 5.298 4.169 5.298.893 0 1.897-.3 2.522-.83ZM21.29 10.28c1.077 0 1.2-.307 1.2-1.208 0-.69-.123-2.393-1.2-2.393s-1.2 1.702-1.2 2.393c0 .9.123 1.208 1.2 1.208Zm91.21 5.181v.853c-1.071.921-2.254 1.681-4.799 1.681-4.018 0-6.473-2.695-6.473-6.012 0-3.963 2.522-6.658 6.228-6.658 3.66 0 5.044 2.511 5.044 5.667h-6.691c.29 3.64 2.316 5.299 4.169 5.299.893 0 1.897-.3 2.522-.83Zm-5.273-5.185c1.077 0 1.2-.307 1.2-1.208 0-.69-.123-2.393-1.2-2.393s-1.2 1.703-1.2 2.393c0 .901.123 1.208 1.2 1.208Zm-67.008 5.084.534.113c-.244.988-.957 2.526-3.249 2.526-1.914 0-2.451-1.175-2.852-2.419C34.32 16.733 33.008 18 30.516 18c-2.226 0-3.45-.99-3.45-2.857 0-2.073 2.023-3.593 7.075-5.09v-2.19c0-1.128-.601-1.52-1.27-1.52-.6 0-1.554.645-1.554 1.659 0 .484.089.852.156 1.336 0 .622-.712 1.567-1.803 1.567-1.202 0-1.78-.876-1.78-1.89 0-1.658 1.535-3.685 5.563-3.685 4.184 0 5.52 2.211 5.52 4.33v5.622c0 .345.133.69.512.69.334 0 .56-.189.734-.611Zm-6.052-.425v-4.174c-1.693.688-2.279 2.385-2.279 3.692 0 1.055.326 1.537 1.107 1.537.684 0 1.172-.436 1.172-1.055Zm12.971 2.561H41.58V3.891L40.1 2.786C41.791 2.187 44.901.898 46.445 0v16.19c0 .207.231.642.693 1.307Zm30.457 0h-5.558V3.891l-1.481-1.105C72.248 2.187 75.358.898 76.903 0v16.19c0 .207.23.642.692 1.307Zm-22.122-1.41v.853c-.81.691-2.153 1.06-3.602 1.06-2.387 0-3.218-1.774-3.218-3.272V6.72H47.5l6.053-5.313v4.378h1.919v.935h-1.919v8.675c0 .691.405 1.014.896 1.014.298 0 .83-.138 1.023-.323Zm26.74-10.946c-1.375 0-2.471-1.14-2.471-2.57C79.742 1.14 80.838 0 82.213 0c1.376 0 2.472 1.14 2.472 2.57 0 1.431-1.096 2.571-2.472 2.571Zm3.254 12.356h-5.674V8.93l-1.561-1.108c1.784-.6 4.776-1.894 6.405-2.794V16.19c0 .215.276.65.83 1.307Zm15.398 0h-5.558V8.93c0-.9-.643-1.477-1.4-1.477-.734 0-1.621.6-1.621 1.477v8.567h-4.832V8.93l-1.558-1.108c1.78-.6 4.638-1.894 6.263-2.794v2.355c.801-1.062 2.35-2.124 4.352-2.124 2.537 0 3.628 1.685 3.628 3.694v7.237c0 .21.242.647.726 1.307Z"></path></svg></div></div></div></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="day-of-your-test">Preparation tips for the day of your test</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Here are preparation tips you can follow on the day of your blood test:</p></div><div><ul><li>Drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated keeps more fluid in your veins, making the blood draw easier.</li><li>Avoid coffee and other caffeinated drinks, which may dehydrate you.</li><li>If you don’t need to fast, eat breakfast 1–2 hours before the test. This can help prevent lightheadedness during the blood draw.</li><li>If you’re concerned about queasiness or nausea, avoid eating right before your appointment.</li><li>Wear short sleeves beneath any outerwear to make it easier to access your arm.</li><li>Arrive several minutes early so that you have time to fill out any paperwork.</li><li>Bring your insurance card and identification.</li><li>Bring a small snack, such as fruit or a protein bar, for after your appointment.</li></ul></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="blood-draw-procedure">What to expect from a blood draw procedure </a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>A <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/how-blood-is-drawn" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">blood draw</a> is a quick procedure that usually takes only a few minutes.</p></div><div><p>When you arrive at the lab, you’ll check in for your appointment at the front desk. You’ll wait in the lobby until a technician calls you into the blood draw room. The technician will have you sit in a chair with an armrest.</p></div><div><p>If you’re wearing a long-sleeve shirt, you’ll roll up your sleeve past your elbow. Then you’ll stretch your arm out in front of you.</p></div><div><p>The technician will clean a small area on your arm with an antiseptic wipe. They’ll also tie an elastic band around your arm. This causes your vein to swell, making it easier to insert a needle and draw blood.</p></div><div><p>To encourage blood flow, the technician may ask you to make a fist. Then, they’ll gently insert a needle into your arm. You may feel a slight pricking sensation, but it shouldn’t be painful.</p></div><div><p>Once enough blood has been drawn, the technician will remove the needle and place a small bandage over the area.</p></div><div><p>Let your technician know if you feel dizzy after your blood draw. You can remain in the chair until the dizziness passes. If you brought a snack and water, this would be a good time to consume it. If you did not bring any food or water with you, ask the technician for a cup of water. Drinking water can help reduce any dizziness you may be feeling.</p></div><div><p>You may have minor soreness or a small bruise on your arm where the needle went in. Any pain you experience should go away within a few days.</p></div><div><div id="widget_call_out_fd1ef96d-1a82-484f-8050-894b0e4c2434" class="css-1k93l86"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div class="css-1r9bcg7"><div class="css-xqvouu"><h3 class="css-2nwgta">How to cope with nervousness</h3><div class="css-h6zl9n"><ul><li>Tell the technician if you’re feeling nervous. They can help you feel more comfortable and discuss options such as lying down instead of sitting.</li><li>Avoid looking at the blood draw. Pick an object or another spot in the room to focus on.</li><li>Talk with the technician to help distract you during the procedure.</li><li>Listen to music on earbuds or headphones.</li><li>Take a few <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/diaphragmatic-breathing" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">deep breaths</a> before and during the procedure. 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This includes:</p></div><div><ul><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/cbc" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">complete blood count</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/basic-metabolic-panel" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">basic metabolic panel</a></li><li>complete metabolic panel</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/normal-lipid-panel" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">lipid panel</a></li></ul></div><div><p>In some cases, it may take up to a few weeks to get the results. For example, tests for rare conditions may take longer, since not every laboratory is equipped for specialized testing.</p></div><div><p>Speak with your doctor or laboratory technician to find out when you can expect the results from your test.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline11__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline11__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="takeaway">Takeaway</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>A blood test is a quick and common medical procedure. The best way to prepare for a blood test is to follow your doctor’s specific instructions. 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For \u003ca href=\"https://precisionlabtesting.com/2021/01/02/blood-test-101-how-to-prepare-for-your-first-on-site-blood-testing-2/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ecertain blood tests\u003c/a\u003e, you may need to \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/fasting-before-blood-test\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003efast\u003c/a\u003e (avoid eating or drinking anything except water) for \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"National Heart Lung and Blood Institute \" rationale=\"Governmental authority\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/blood-tests\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e9–12 hours\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e beforehand. Your doctor may also ask you to stop taking certain prescription medications.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you need to fast, also consider avoiding activities like smoking, drinking alcohol, chewing gum, and doing strenuous exercise. These can all \u003ca href=\"https://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2022/01/how-to-get-the-most-accurate-blood-test-results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eaffect\u003c/a\u003e blood test results.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you don’t need to fast, consider avoiding alcohol and fatty or rich foods. This will ensure you feel your best the day of the appointment.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGet plenty of sleep. Being well-rested helps make your veins easier to access during the blood draw.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you’re going to a lab that doesn’t require appointments, call ahead to find out when they’re least busy to avoid a long wait.\u003c/li\u003e"},{"widget":{"widgetFormat":"widget-call-out","items":[{"isBullets":true,"list":true,"headerTitle":["Blood tests that typically require fasting"],"content":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Your doctor will tell you if you need to fast before your blood test. Blood tests that \u003ca href=\"https://precisionlabtesting.com/2021/01/02/blood-test-101-how-to-prepare-for-your-first-on-site-blood-testing-2/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etypically require fasting\u003c/a\u003e include:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/liver-function-tests\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eliver function tests\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/cholesterol-test\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003echolesterol tests (lipid panels)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/triglyceride-level\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003etriglyceride level tests\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/glucose-test-blood\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eblood glucose tests\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hdl-vs-ldl-cholesterol\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ehigh-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) tests\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/basic-metabolic-panel\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003emetabolic panel tests\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e"}]}]},"brandPage":{}}]},{"id":"day-of-your-test","title":"Day of your test","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Preparation tips for the day of your test"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Here are preparation tips you can follow on the day of your blood test:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003eDrink plenty of water. Staying hydrated keeps more fluid in your veins, making the blood draw easier.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvoid coffee and other caffeinated drinks, which may dehydrate you.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you don’t need to fast, eat breakfast 1–2 hours before the test. This can help prevent lightheadedness during the blood draw.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you’re concerned about queasiness or nausea, avoid eating right before your appointment.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWear short sleeves beneath any outerwear to make it easier to access your arm.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eArrive several minutes early so that you have time to fill out any paperwork.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBring your insurance card and identification.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBring a small snack, such as fruit or a protein bar, for after your appointment.\u003c/li\u003e"}]},{"id":"blood-draw-procedure","title":"Blood draw procedure","isCollapsable":false,"header":["What to expect from a blood draw procedure "],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"A \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/how-blood-is-drawn\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eblood draw\u003c/a\u003e is a quick procedure that usually takes only a few minutes."},{"tagName":"p","source":"When you arrive at the lab, you’ll check in for your appointment at the front desk. You’ll wait in the lobby until a technician calls you into the blood draw room. The technician will have you sit in a chair with an armrest."},{"tagName":"p","source":"If you’re wearing a long-sleeve shirt, you’ll roll up your sleeve past your elbow. Then you’ll stretch your arm out in front of you."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The technician will clean a small area on your arm with an antiseptic wipe. They’ll also tie an elastic band around your arm. This causes your vein to swell, making it easier to insert a needle and draw blood."},{"tagName":"p","source":"To encourage blood flow, the technician may ask you to make a fist. Then, they’ll gently insert a needle into your arm. You may feel a slight pricking sensation, but it shouldn’t be painful."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Once enough blood has been drawn, the technician will remove the needle and place a small bandage over the area."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Let your technician know if you feel dizzy after your blood draw. You can remain in the chair until the dizziness passes. If you brought a snack and water, this would be a good time to consume it. If you did not bring any food or water with you, ask the technician for a cup of water. Drinking water can help reduce any dizziness you may be feeling."},{"tagName":"p","source":"You may have minor soreness or a small bruise on your arm where the needle went in. Any pain you experience should go away within a few days."},{"widget":{"widgetFormat":"widget-call-out","items":[{"isBullets":true,"list":true,"headerTitle":["How to cope with nervousness"],"content":[{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003eTell the technician if you’re feeling nervous. They can help you feel more comfortable and discuss options such as lying down instead of sitting.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvoid looking at the blood draw. Pick an object or another spot in the room to focus on.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTalk with the technician to help distract you during the procedure.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eListen to music on earbuds or headphones.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTake a few \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/diaphragmatic-breathing\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003edeep breaths\u003c/a\u003e before and during the procedure. Focus on each breath going in and out to keep your mind off the procedure.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBring a friend to support and comfort you.\u003c/li\u003e"}]}]},"brandPage":{}}]},{"id":"getting-results","title":"Getting results","isCollapsable":false,"header":["How long does it take to see the results of your blood draw "],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"For many common blood tests, you can expect to receive the results from 24 hours to a few days later. This includes:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/cbc\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ecomplete blood count\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/basic-metabolic-panel\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ebasic metabolic panel\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ecomplete metabolic panel\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/normal-lipid-panel\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003elipid panel\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"In some cases, it may take up to a few weeks to get the results. For example, tests for rare conditions may take longer, since not every laboratory is equipped for specialized testing."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Speak with your doctor or laboratory technician to find out when you can expect the results from your test."}]},{"id":"takeaway","title":"Takeaway","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Takeaway"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"A blood test is a quick and common medical procedure. The best way to prepare for a blood test is to follow your doctor’s specific instructions. Certain blood tests may require fasting beforehand, but it depends on which test you’re having."},{"tagName":"p","source":"If you’re concerned you may feel nervous or queasy, let your technician know so they can help you feel more comfortable. 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