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Please read the patient instructions below on how to prepare for your diagnostic test. If you have any questions or concerns about your test preparation you may contact us at 02 7910-6382 or send us an email at info@metametricslab.com.

Tests Patient Preparation Before the Test
  1. 10-12 hours fasting;
  2. 3 days prior: Discontinue all nonessential medications and dietary supplements. If not possible, specify the list of medications and supplements the patient is taking.
  1. 10 to 12 hours fasting
  2. 3 days prior: Discontinue all nonessential medications and dietary supplements. If not possible, specify the list of medications and supplements the patient is taking.
  3. 1 day prior: Refrain from eating seafood
  1. 10-12 hours fasting;
  2. 3 days prior: Discontinue all nonessential medications and dietary supplements. If not possible, specify the list of medications and supplements the patient is taking.
1 day prior: Refrain from eating seafood
  1. 3 days prior: Patient should discontinue all nonessential medications and dietary supplements. If not possible, specify the list of medications and supplements the patient is taking.
  2. 24 hrs prior: Limit water intake to a maximum of 2 liters only.
  3. Collect first morning void midstream clean catch urine
  4. Female patients should not collect urine during a menstrual period.
1 day prior: Refrain from eating seafood
1 week prior: Patient should refrain from taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Aspirin, and Proton-pump Inhibitors. If not possible, specify the list of medications the patient is taking. Always consult your doctor before stopping any prescribed medication.
1. 3 days prior to urine collection, discontinue all non-essential medications and dietary supplements. If not possible, specify the list and dosage of medications and supplements the patient is taking.
2. 1 day prior to urine collection, decrease fluid intake to avoid excessive dilution of the urine. For adults, restrict intake to three 8 oz. glasses or less. Make sure that no more than 8 oz. is consumed after 8:00 PM.
3. Do not collect urine during menstruation.
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