Phlebotomy Exam Prep 58, Fasting Requirements by Test

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The standard 8 to 12-hour fasting requirement for key tests like glucose, lipid panels, and fasting insulin. - Why the Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) requires a strict fast for the initial baseline draw. - The unique requirement for morning fasting for iron studies due to diurnal variation. - The critical importance of documenting patient non-compliance with fasting instructions. - That plain water is not only allowed but encouraged during fasting to aid in venipuncture. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep