What is the preparation needed before a lab test?

Dear MediBuddy customer, you are advised follow the below mentioned best practises before a Health Checkup:

• You should have slept for at least 6 hours prior to the health check-up.
• Fast (except water) for 10 - 12 hours prior to sampling. If you are taking any medicine, take it post sampling.
• Please do not drink alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to test.
• Kindly avoid smoking 5-6 hours prior to the health check-up.
• Stool samples should be collected in a sterile container if it is in your package.
• Ladies must avoid health check at the time of menstruation.