Youâll have to do some sleuthing to figure out whatâs prompting your perspiration. Night sweats arenât rare: In one study published in Annals of Family Medicine, about a third of primary care patients reported night sweats during the past month.
Cholesterol tests also measure total cholesterol and triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood. People are typically told to have no food or liquids other than water for nine to 12 hours before the exam. Routine check-ups provide no health benefits, study finds.
Preparing for the Triglyceride Test. You should fast for nine to 14 hours before the test and drink only water during that time period. Your doctor will specify how much time you should fast before the test. You should also avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to the test. Your doctor may tell you to stop taking certain medicines before the test. You should talk to your doctor about the medications you are taking.