Preparation

A good result starts before you arrive

Some tests need a little preparation so your result is right. Here's how a visit works and what to do before you come.

How your visit works

Five simple steps, from home to your result.

  1. 1

    Prepare

    Check below if your test needs fasting or a sample from home.

  2. 2

    Arrive & register

    Give your name and your doctor's request, if you have one. Seniors and PWDs go first.

  3. 3

    Sample collection

    We collect your blood, urine or stool sample gently, and explain each step.

  4. 4

    Testing in our lab

    Your sample is tested and checked by our registered medical technologist.

  5. 5

    Get your result

    We tell you when and how to get your result. Bring it to your doctor, who will explain it with you.

How to prepare

If you're not sure what applies to you, call us. We'd rather answer a question than repeat a test.

Fasting tests

Fasting means no food and no drinks, except small sips of water if needed.

  • FBS (blood sugar): fast for 8–10 hours.
  • Lipid profile, cholesterol, triglycerides: fast for 10–12 hours.
  • You may take small sips of water if needed. Avoid coffee, juice, candy and gum.
  • Ask your doctor if you should take your usual medicines that morning.
  • Tip: come early in the morning so most of your fasting happens while you sleep.

Urinalysis

Your urine sample tells us a lot, so how it's collected matters.

  • Not during your period. Blood from menstruation can change the result. Please come 2–3 days after your period has ended.
  • The first urine of the morning is best.
  • Wash first, let the first part of the stream go, then collect the middle part (midstream).
  • Use a clean sample container. Ask us for one.
  • Bring the sample within 1–2 hours of collecting it.

Fecalysis & occult blood test

  • Use a clean, dry sample container. Ask us for one.
  • A small portion, about the size of a thumbnail, is enough.
  • Don't let the sample touch water or urine.
  • Bring it within 1–2 hours of collecting it.

Most other tests

CBC, blood typing, RBS, kidney and liver tests, rapid screening tests and ECG usually need no special preparation.

  • For ECG, wear a top that's easy to open or lift.
  • For confidential tests like HIV and syphilis screening, we explain the test and ask for your consent first. Your result stays private.
  • For a pregnancy test, the first urine of the morning is best.

What to bring

  • Your doctor's request, if you have one
  • A valid ID
  • Senior Citizen or PWD ID, for your discount
  • A list of the medicines you take
  • Your urine or stool sample, if your test needs one

Not sure? Just ask.

There's no silly question about your health. Call or text us before your visit and we'll tell you exactly how to prepare.

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These are general guides. If your doctor gave you different instructions, follow your doctor.