Phenobarbital Level Test | Lahalak Platform
To ensure safe and effective epilepsy treatment, this test accurately measures drug concentration in the blood, helping your doctor adjust the ideal dosage and avoid side effects.
Scientific name: Phenobarbital Level Test
The phenobarbital level test is a quantitative measurement of the concentration of phenobarbital, a long-acting barbiturate, in the blood serum. This drug is used as an anticonvulsant (to treat epilepsy) and as a sedative. It has a narrow therapeutic range, as low levels may not control seizures, and high levels can cause severe central nervous sys...
Service type
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to measure the concentration of phenobarbital in the blood serum.
- Consult a neurologist, internist, or pediatrician to interpret the results in the context of the prescribed dose and clinical symptoms.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, but the timing of the blood draw is crucial. It is preferable to draw blood before the morning dose (immediate dose) for the most accurate assessment of the trough level.
- The last dose and the time it was taken must be accurately recorded, and the laboratory must be informed of this information.
- The doctor should be informed about all other medications and supplements the patient is taking.
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