Location: Hy-Vee Pharmacy-Bloomington, IL
Type: Health & Wellness
Date: 9/25/2019
Time: 8:00 AM - Noon
Type: Screenings/Vaccinations
Location: Bloomington, IL Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Join your Hy-Vee dietitian Dawn for a FREE cholesterol and glucose screening!
Screenings include: measurements of blood pressure, blood cholesterol, including LDL, HDL, and triglycerides, blood glucose and more! Results will be given during your appointment.
Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-ins will be accepted following those who have registered. Register below.
For questions or concerns, please contact Dietitian Dawn at 309-663-3054 or [email protected]
Screenings powered by: Potatoes USA, Walnuts, Beef, Cece's Veggies and Barleans
What can I expect during my appointment?
The dietitian will collect several body measurements. A blood sample from a finger prick that will be used to determine your cholesterol levels, triglycerides and glucose levels. They will also take resting blood pressure; measurements of height, weight and waist; and body mass index. All information is kept confidential and complies with the requirements of HIPAA. The entire screening process typically lasts 15 to 20 minutes and you will receive all your results during this appointment. The dietitian will briefly review the results of your screening during your appointment.
The purpose of the results review is not to provide a diagnosis or specific medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice.
Preparation for your screening:
You must fast for 9-12 hours prior to screening time. This means no food or beverages other than water. If you do not fast, your test results will not be accurate.
Drink plenty of water.
Continue to take any medications prescribed by your physician the day of the screening.
If you are diabetic, pregnant or have a medical issue, check with your physician before fasting.
Wear loose-fitting sleeves or be prepared to remove clothing with bulky sleeves.
Please do not use any lotions on your hands or glycerin soaps.
For the most accurate body fat testing, please plan accordingly:
If you are a pregnant women and/or have a pacemakers or defibrillator, you SHOULD NOT be tested.
No exercise for at least 12 hours before your appointment
No ingestion of diuretics (this includes caffeine), unless prescribed by a physician
Abstain from alcohol for at least 48 hours before your appointment
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