Measures lithium drug level for therapeutic monitoring and toxicity prevention.
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| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Therapeutic | about 0.6 - 1.2 |
| Low | dose/adherence review |
| High | toxicity risk |
Lithium levels depend on dose timing, hydration, kidney function and medicines.
Lithium is a laboratory test. Checks whether medicine level is in a useful range.
Your clinician can advise whether this test is appropriate for you. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (Serum).
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only. For Patiala bookings, read this along with the city price, fasting note and home sample collection details on this page.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result format | Drug level in blood | Therapeutic range depends on medicine and timing. |
| Low level | Below target range | May suggest missed doses, absorption or dose issue. |
| High level | Above target range | May increase side-effect or toxicity risk. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Dose safety | Checks whether medicine level is in a useful range. |
| Toxicity prevention | Used for drugs with narrow safety margins. |
| Treatment follow-up | Helps adjust dose when clinically needed. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Dizziness, nausea, vision changes, confusion, irregular heartbeat or seizures depending on drug. |
| Risk context | Kidney/liver disease, dose change, drug interactions, missed doses. |
| Follow-up users | People taking digoxin, carbamazepine or similar monitored medicines. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions. |
| Timing | Sample timing after dose is critical. |
| Medicine list | Carry exact dose and timing details. |
| Interpretation | Do not change medicine dose without doctor advice. |
The current Lithium price in Patiala is Rs. 568. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions.
Select Add to Cart or Book Now, choose a suitable slot and provide your address and pincode. Home collection is available where serviceable.
The payment option shown in the active booking flow applies to your order. Confirm the final amount and collection details before completing the booking.
Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Report timing is shown during booking and can vary by test. Completed reports are shared digitally once the laboratory has processed the sample.
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