Fast
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.
See Also
References
- American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). Checking Your Blood Glucose. diabetes.org
- Mayo Clinic. (2019). Fasting diet: Can it improve my heart health? mayoclinic.org
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fast
- Wikipedia's article - Fast
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