Preparations & Instructions for Medical Tests

To ensure the accuracy of your medical test results, please follow the preparation guidelines below:

General Guidelines:

✔️ Be available at agreed time to avoid delays in sample collection.
✔️ Inform our staff of any medications you are taking.
✔️ Stay hydrated, unless otherwise instructed.

Specific Test Preparations:

🔹 Fasting Blood Tests (e.g., Blood Sugar, Cholesterol, Lipid Profile)

• Do not eat or drink anything except water for 8–12 hours before your sample collection.
• Avoid alcohol and fatty foods 24 hours before your sample collection.

🔹 Urine & Stool Tests

• Collect the sample in a sterile container.
• Avoid taking antibiotics or medications unless advised by your doctor.
• Drink plenty of water before a urine sample collection for easier collection.

🔹 Pregnancy Test (Urine or Blood hCG Test)

• A morning urine sample is preferred for the most accurate results.
• For blood sample, no fasting is required.

🔹 Liver & Kidney Function Tests

• Avoid alcohol and high-protein foods 12–24 hours before your sample collection.
• Stay hydrated and avoid excessive exercise before the your sample collection.

🔹 ECG & CardiacTests

• Avoid caffeine or energy drinks at least 3 hours before your sample collection.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing for easy placement of electrodes.

🔹 X-Ray & Imaging Tests

• Remove any metallic items (jewelry, belts, etc.) before your sample collection.
• Inform the radiologist if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy.

🔹Sample Transportation

• Samples are to be transported in a triple package format:

  • Wrap the primary sample container (I.e respective sample bottle EDTA, SST …)

  • Place the primary container uprightly in a water-tight secondary container (the secondary container could be a Falcon tube or something similar)

  • Place the secondary container into an outer package (A sample biohazard bag), while ensuring this bag is well sealed to preserve sample integrity.

  • Note all samples are expected to come with indicating patient name, Sex, Age, Test Required. 

• Blood samples will be transported on cold chain.

• Swab samples will be transported on room temperature, that is it should not be placed on cold chain.

Need More Info?

If you have specific health conditions or require personalized instructions, feel free to contact us before your appointment. Your health and comfort are our top priorities! 💙