Can I have a routine blood test after eating breakfast in the morning?

In general, whether or not blood tests for routine blood analysis can be performed after breakfast in the morning depends on the specific circumstances. The details are as follows:

1. Possible

If the blood test involves only a complete blood count (CBC), it is generally acceptable to perform the test after eating in the morning, as white blood cell count, red blood cell count, hemoglobin levels, and platelet count are typically unaffected by food intake and can be measured without fasting.

2. Not possible

If other tests—such as liver function tests, kidney function tests, blood glucose, or lipid profile—are required along with the routine blood analysis, testing after breakfast is generally not allowed. These tests require fasting, meaning the patient must abstain from food for at least 8 hours prior to testing.

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