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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 29 11:52am | Replies (36)
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@255anny

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel and Vit D hydroxy. When I looked up the test, it said to fast.
I usually get results back in a day, a few times it has been longer. The support staff at my Dr's office is a challenge to reach. I'm worried this will fall into the cracks and be delayed.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Nov 16 7:13am

@255anny noone has ever told me to fast for a comprehensive metabolic panel or Vit D. I do skip calcium and Vit. D supplements for 24-36 hours.

I see this online (see below) but as I said, noone has ever asked me to fast and tests are often done right after an appointment in the middle of the day. Interesting and thanks for bringing this up.

"Do I need to fast for a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)?
Maybe. Sometimes, providers ask you to avoid eating or drinking (fast) for 10 to 12 hours before a CMP. It might be helpful to schedule your test first thing in the morning, so you can eat right afterward. Your healthcare provider will give you specific instructions when they order the test for you."

Ditto kidney and liver function tests and several others. I need to ask my doctors about redoing a few!

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