Thank you for your question. When undergoing certain tests, such as lipid or cholesterol checks, it is recommended to fast for about 12 hours beforehand to ensure accuracy. Eating should not affect liver function tests or pregnancy tests. It's always best to confirm the specific requirements with your dermatologist to ensure proper preparation. Wishing you the best of luck!
In general, the labs obtained while taking Accutane usually include a lipid panel (cholesterol, triglycerides, etc.), a complete metabolic panel (CMP), and a complete blood count (CBC). Female patients will also require a monthly pregnancy test. It is recommended to fast before the lipid panel. However, not all physicians will require monthly labs or all the mentioned tests. Personally, I find it necessary to check labs before starting treatment and two months into treatment. If my patients are doing well at those checkpoints, I typically don't require further lab checks unless any concerns arise or if their initial labs were abnormal. I hope this information helps!
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