Should Triglycerides Be Drawn Fasting?

How do I prepare for the triglyceride test? You should fast for 9 to 14 hours before the test and drink only water during that period. Your doctor will specify how much time you should fast before the test. You should also avoid alcohol for 24 hours before the test.

HOW MUCH DOES NOT fasting affect your triglycerides?

This study found a median non-fasting serum triglyceride concentration of 125 mg/dL with 75% of patients having a non-fasting triglyceride value <182 mg/dL (11). The fact that most patients have relatively normal concentrations of triglycerides (<150 mg/dL) even in the non-fasting state is good news.

Should lipid panel be drawn fasting?

For laboratory lipid testing, you typically must fast for 9-12 hours before your blood is drawn. This means not eating and drinking only water before the test.