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Lithium

Also known as: Often referred to by brand name (see MedlinePlus Drug Information)
Formal name: Lithium
Related tests: Therapeutic drug monitoring, BUN, Creatinine, TSH, T4
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To determine lithium concentration in the blood in order to maintain a therapeutic level or to detect lithium toxicity

When to get tested?
At regular intervals to monitor lithium levels; as needed to detect low or toxic concentrations

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm



This article was last reviewed on April 10, 2006.
 
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