Can I have a blood test during my period?

Women's bodies are more sensitive and lack resistance during menstruation, so women with poor physical constitutions will suffer from other diseases during menstruation. At this time, some examinations are needed to determine the type of disease. So, will a blood test during menstruation affect the test results? Can women have physical examinations and blood tests during menstruation? Let Xiaobian answer your questions below.

However, some tests can also draw blood during menstruation. It is best not to have a physical examination during menstruation

The purpose of female physical examination is to better protect the body and one's own health. It is best not to have a physical examination during menstruation, as this will cause errors in the physical examination data. In daily life, many women often encounter the problem of not being able to have physical examinations on time because they do not understand the issues that need to be paid attention to during the physical examination, which causes time delays and unnecessary troubles. There are many things that women need to pay attention to during physical examinations, and women need to pay attention to them one by one. The reason why the physical examination program is promoted is that this examination can effectively prevent the occurrence of gynecological diseases such as vaginitis and cervical erosion.

Experts say that it is best for women not to have a physical examination during their menstrual period as this may cause inaccurate data. It is recommended to have the examination after the menstrual period. Recommended reading: Can I check for gynecological diseases when I am having my period?

1. When doing a uterine B-ultrasound (abdomen) examination, a certain amount of urine must be accumulated in the bladder for a clear view. Therefore, you must remember not to urinate before doing a uterine B-ultrasound examination.

2. Empty your bladder when undergoing a gynecological examination. If you want to do both a uterine ultrasound examination and a gynecological examination, it is best to do the uterine ultrasound examination first and then the gynecological examination.

3. Physical examinations of liver function, blood sugar and blood lipids require fasting (including eating, drinking, taking medicine, etc.), and blood draw is required before breakfast; hepatitis B three-line and blood routine tests do not require fasting and can be checked at any time. Can I have a physical examination during menstruation? It is recommended not to.

4. Ultrasound examination of the liver, gallbladder and pancreas generally requires fasting.

5. Do not wear anything containing metal when taking the X-ray, otherwise it will block the physical examination X-ray and easily lead to misdiagnosis.

6. Get enough rest before the physical examination. Poor rest will affect blood sugar, blood lipids and blood pressure. However, it has no effect on the physical examination of hepatitis B virus (HBV) levels.

7. Women cannot undergo gynecological examinations during menstruation.

8. Within three days before the physical examination, please maintain a normal diet, do not drink alcohol, and avoid strenuous exercise.

9. Blood tests and ultrasound examinations will be conducted on the day of the physical examination. Please fast for 8-12 hours before the examination.

10. You may not eat until you have had blood drawn, ultrasound, and ear, nose, throat, and oral examinations. Can I have a physical examination during my menstrual period? If I miss my menstrual period, I can have a physical examination.