Questions and Answers
What does the basal state refer to?
The resting metabolic state of the body early in the morning after fasting for approximately 12 hours
Which factor is minimized or eliminated in a basal-state specimen?
Effects of diet, exercise, and other controllable factors on test results
What is an important consideration for skin antisepsis in patient preparation?
Skin antisepsis
Why is the basal state specimen ideal for establishing reference ranges on inpatients?
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What is the ideal fasting requirement for a basal-state specimen?
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