Price:
Rs. 700.00
Sample Type: SERUM
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
Why is the Lithium Serum test done?
It is performed to monitor therapeutic levels of lithium in patients under lithium medication and to avoid toxicity.
Is fasting required for this test?
No fasting is required, but the sample is usually collected 12 hours after the last dose (trough level).
What does a high lithium level indicate?
High levels may indicate lithium toxicity, which can cause nausea, tremors, confusion, or kidney problems.
Who should get this test regularly?
Patients on long-term lithium therapy or those with symptoms of toxicity.
Which sample type is required for this test?
Serum sample collected from a blood draw