Levamisole mass concentration in whole blood
This test measures the amount of levamisole, a medication used to treat certain parasitic infections, in your blood. It helps monitor drug levels to ensure safe and effective treatment.
["This test helps doctors check if your dose of levamisole is working properly and at safe levels in your bloodstream."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 59295-6
- Short code
- Levamisole Ur-mCnc
- Synonyms
- Levamisole Ur-mCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- urine
- Container
- Sterile urine container
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Specimen volume
- 10 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 2h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 0
- Lipemia max
- 0
- Icterus max
- 0
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
Why Is This Test Done?
Your healthcare provider may order this test if you’re taking levamisole to treat parasitic infections like strongyloidiasis or filariasis. It helps track how your body is processing the medication and whether it’s reaching the right amount in your blood.
What to Expect Before the Test
No special preparation is needed for this test. You’ll have a small needle inserted into your arm or hand to draw a blood sample. It usually takes a few minutes, and you may feel a brief pinch. If you’re on blood thinners or have a history of bleeding issues, let your doctor know.
What Happens During the Test
A healthcare professional will clean the area with an antiseptic, insert a needle into your vein, and collect a small amount of blood into a test tube. The blood sample is then sent to a lab for analysis.
What the Results Mean
Results are used to adjust your medication dose if needed. Too low levels may mean the drug isn’t working effectively, while too high levels could indicate side effects or improper metabolism. Your doctor will interpret the results in the context of your treatment plan.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Levamisole blood levels are critical for managing parasitic infections. Abnormal levels can affect treatment success, increase side effects (like nausea, dizziness, or allergic reactions), or signal kidney/liver strain. Regular monitoring helps prevent complications and optimize therapy.
Short name
Levamisole Blood Level
Frequently asked questions
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