NLFR News About us Login HOME DOCTOR PATIENT SAMPLE COLLECTION VACANCIES CONTACT HOME PURCHASE GUIDELINES BLOOD COLLECTION Sample collection Locations Guidelines Blood collection Decrease NIPT Semen decrease Decrease in bowel movements Research sugar values Urine decrease Investigate paternity SIBO breath test BLOOD TAKING Blood Collection Guidelines The value of a laboratory test depends largely on the preparation for the blood draw. It is therefore best to take a good blood sample: sober after bed rest Always at the same time of day In the same position (sitting or lying down) These factors may influence the analysis results and their interpretation: Fasting means that you do not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before the blood test. A small sip of water before taking medication is possible. A 'heavy', high-fat meal can completely disrupt a blood test. There is a chance that you will need to follow a diet for certain tests. This during the days preceding the examination. Frequent use of drugs also has an impact on analytical results. Hoogveld 10, 9200 Dendermonde T 052 25 80 25 Léon Bekaertlaan 9, 9880 Aalter T 09 325 77 44 A. Gossetlaan 50, 1702 Groot-Bijgaarden T 02 463 25 15 info@medina.be Disclaimer - Privacy The laboratory uses cookies to analyze the website. By using this website, or by clicking 'Accept', you consent to the use of cookies. If you would like more information about cookies and how they are used, please view our privacy and cookie policy. Privacy PolicyACCEPT