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Lithium blood test

2024-12-20 04:37:32
After 12 hrs of fasting, I have a lithium blood test today but I drank water before it. Should I proceed for the test?
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yes you can

Answered2024-12-21 02:23:52

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Yeah, it’s completely alright to do the test. All you need to have a gap 12-14 hours between two doses of Lithium.

Answered2024-12-20 13:47:50

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Yes, you can proceed with test.
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