Tacrolimus - Drug Level Test
💊 Immunosuppressant Monitoring
₹599
MRP ₹7500
Includes: Measurement of Tacrolimus drug level in blood
Sample Type: Blood
Sample Time: 4:30 PM
Report: 2nd Working Day
Sample Type: Blood
Sample Time: 4:30 PM
Report: 2nd Working Day
About this Test:
The Tacrolimus Drug Level Test is used to monitor the concentration of Tacrolimus in the blood. Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant medication commonly prescribed after organ transplantation (kidney, liver, heart) to prevent rejection.
✔ Ensures the drug remains within the therapeutic range ✔ Prevents risk of organ rejection if levels are too low ✔ Avoids toxicity and side effects if levels are too high ✔ Essential for patients on long-term Tacrolimus therapy
The Tacrolimus Drug Level Test is used to monitor the concentration of Tacrolimus in the blood. Tacrolimus is an immunosuppressant medication commonly prescribed after organ transplantation (kidney, liver, heart) to prevent rejection.
✔ Ensures the drug remains within the therapeutic range ✔ Prevents risk of organ rejection if levels are too low ✔ Avoids toxicity and side effects if levels are too high ✔ Essential for patients on long-term Tacrolimus therapy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: Why is the Tacrolimus Test important?
To ensure the medication is working effectively without causing harmful side effects.
Q2: Who should take this test?
Patients who have undergone organ transplants and are prescribed Tacrolimus.
Q3: How is the sample collected?
A blood sample is drawn, usually before the next Tacrolimus dose (trough level).
Q4: What happens if Tacrolimus levels are too high?
It can cause kidney damage, high blood pressure, infections, and neurological symptoms.
Q5: What happens if levels are too low?
The risk of organ rejection increases if the drug level is insufficient.
Q1: Why is the Tacrolimus Test important?
To ensure the medication is working effectively without causing harmful side effects.
Q2: Who should take this test?
Patients who have undergone organ transplants and are prescribed Tacrolimus.
Q3: How is the sample collected?
A blood sample is drawn, usually before the next Tacrolimus dose (trough level).
Q4: What happens if Tacrolimus levels are too high?
It can cause kidney damage, high blood pressure, infections, and neurological symptoms.
Q5: What happens if levels are too low?
The risk of organ rejection increases if the drug level is insufficient.