Tag: Occult blood test

Certain foods can compromise the results of a fecal occult blood test (FOBT), which may lead to a false positive or negative. Following specific dietary guidelines before your sample collection is crucial for accurate test results. Preparation may vary depending on the type of stool test ordered.

According to research cited by the National Center for Biotechnology Information, high vitamin C intake can make blood sugar levels appear higher than they are in point-of-care glucose meters. This interference extends to many other common lab tests, potentially leading to inaccurate results and misguided medical decisions.