PARACETAMOL (ACETAMINOPHEN), SERUM
Measures the level of paracetamol (acetaminophen) in the blood, used to evaluate overdose risk and monitor potential liver damage.
PARACETAMOL (ACETAMINOPHEN), SERUM Test in Vadodara Overview
No special preparations needed
- Paracetamol
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) blood tests are meant to measure the concentration of this drug in your blood to check for overdose or toxicity. It's an important tool diagnosing damage to the liver, unintended poisoning, and complications from overdose.
Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pains, confusion, jaundice, and even liver failure. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention should be sought.
A blood sample is collected from a vein, usually around 4 hours after ingestion since this is when the levels peak. On receipt of results, the decision on administering an antidote such as N-acetylcysteine will be made.
Above 150-200 mcg/mL at 4 hours post-ingestion indicates a risk for liver toxicity and requires urgent treatment.
Test code
1564I
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 1 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Collection instructions
1. Require Serum sample.2. Mention time of drug dose.3. Require doctors name and contact details.4. Clinical history of the patient is mandatory.
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 09:00
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
Department
- Bio Chemistry
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹1800
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