A lipid profile has been ordered for a patient who has been experiencing cardiac symptoms. When should a lipid profile be drawn in order to maximize the accuracy of results?
A) As close to the end of the day as possible
B) After a meal high in fat
C) After a 12-hour fast
D) Thirty minutes after a normal meal
Ans: C
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Although cholesterol levels remain relatively constant over 24 hours, the blood specimen for the lipid profile should be obtained after a 12-hour fast.
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