LAMOTRIGINE,SERUM

Lamotrigine is an anticonvulsant used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. This test measures its levels in the blood to ensure proper dosing and avoid toxicity.

Also known asLamotrigine Lamotrigine

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

1 parameters

Earliest reports in

Next Day

Test details

LAMOTRIGINE,SERUM Test in Vadodara Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
LAMOTRIGINE,SERUM includes 1 parameter

  • Lamotrigine
Frequently Asked Questions

This test monitors lamotrigine (an epilepsy and mood stabilizer medication) levels to ensure therapeutic efficacy and prevent toxicity.

Patients prescribed lamotrigine for epilepsy or bipolar disorder should undergo periodic monitoring.

A blood sample is drawn, usually before taking the daily dose to measure the lowest (trough) level.

Low levels may reduce effectiveness, while high levels can lead to toxicity, including dizziness, rashes, and liver issues.

Yes, certain drugs, like valproate and birth control pills, can alter lamotrigine metabolism.

Test code

4063

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer2 ML

Specimen stability information

Serum

Collection instructions

Plasma Edta.Instructions:Specimen Has Been Collected At Trough Level (12Hrs After The Dose /Before The Next Dose). Clinical History Is Mandatory, Name Of The Drug And Dosage Has To Be Mentioned On The Trf.

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Tuesday,Thursday TIME - 10:00

Turn around time

Next Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Hplc & Lcmsms

CPT and Loinc codes

LAMOTRIGINE,SERUM

5850