Vancomycin Level Test | Lahalak Platform
Precise analysis to monitor Vancomycin antibiotic concentration in the blood, ensuring maximum treatment efficacy against severe bacterial infections while avoiding potential side effects and toxicity.
Scientific name: Vancomycin Serum Level Test
This test measures the concentration of vancomycin in the blood serum. Vancomycin is a glycopeptide antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections resistant to common antibiotics. Achieving therapeutic effect while avoiding toxicity requires careful monitoring of its blood levels.
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Personal support services from Halak.
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Accurate analysis to diagnose the level of vancomycin in the serum.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- The time of the last dose of vancomycin and the time of sample collection must be recorded very accurately.
- Routine fasting is not required, but instructions from the doctor or laboratory regarding timing should be followed.
- Inform the doctor or laboratory about all medications and supplements the patient is taking.
- The examination may require taking more than one sample at specific times (peak and trough) as requested by the doctor.