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Drink Water. Many people believe they should avoid water before a blood draw, but this couldnât be further from the truth. Drinking water will not only make you feel better if youâre fasting, it will also make for a smoother blood draw.
A cholesterol test is a fasting blood test. 1  You will have to refrain from eating or drinking anything other than water for a period between 9 and 12 hours before the test. 2  You will need to bring a record of every food and beverage you have consumed for the week prior to testing with you for the doctor to review. You'll need to fast the night before and take the test the first thing in the morning to get an accurate reading. 2  You should not drink alcohol within 24 hours of testing. 3  If you normally take a vitamin supplement, do not take it within 24 hours of the test.