Original paper

G222 Fasting blood tests in children? no!

Published: Mar 1, 2018
Abstract

Aims

Fasting blood tests (FBTs) are unnecessary and potentially dangerous in children. They may lead to hypoglycaemia and collapse, or delayed diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and even precipitate a more severe presentation of DKA. It is also dangerous to fast a child with suspected diabetes insipidus. Reasons for GP referrals for FBTs were reviewed.

Methods

A retrospective audit was conducted in 2015, assessing all...
Paper Details
Title
G222 Fasting blood tests in children? no!
Published Date
Mar 1, 2018
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