Before Your Lab Appointment

☐ Check if fasting is required

☐ Drink water unless told otherwise

☐ Avoid intense exercise the day before

☐ Take medications as instructed

☐ Limit alcohol the day before

☐ Get a normal night of sleep

☐ Let the lab know if you’re sick

The Morning of Your Labs

☐ Drink water (unless restricted)

☐ Arrive calm, give yourself enough time to be unhurried

☐ Ask questions if instructions are unclear

Reminder

One abnormal lab result does not automatically mean something is wrong.
Lab results are one piece of information, not a diagnosis.

Take a deep breath, you have done what you can to prepare.