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Fast (Medical Term)

Fast (/fɑːst/), from the Old English fæstan, meaning to abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance.

Definition

In the medical context, a fast refers to a period of time where an individual abstains from consuming food, and in some cases liquids, for a specific period. This is often done prior to certain medical tests or procedures, such as a blood test or surgery, to ensure accurate results or to reduce the risk of aspiration.

Related Terms

  • Fasting blood glucose test: A test to measure the amount of glucose in the blood after an 8-12 hour fast.
  • Intermittent fasting: An eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating.
  • Water fasting: A type of fast where only water is consumed for a set period of time.
  • Dry fasting: A fast that involves abstaining from both food and liquid for a period of time.

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