Can Working Out Before A Blood Test Affect The Results?

Posted on Sun, 15 May 2016

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Sun, 15 May 2016 Answered on

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Question : I am going in tomorrow for some blood work,Well it hurt my results if I work out the day before.?

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I am Dr.Barani and I am pleased to assist you.

Most of the results will not be affected if you work out the day before.
But the enzymes AST(SGOT and ALT (SGPT) which are done as part of liver panel may raise if you work out.

I hope that answers your query.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.Barani

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