What to do before Acetaminophen Level Test?

This test measures the amount of acetaminophen in the blood. Acetaminophen is one of the most common medicines used in over-the-counter pain relievers and fever reducers. It is found in...

The test is used to find out if you or your child has taken too much acetaminophen.

Your provider may order a test if you or your child has symptoms of an overdose. Symptoms may happen as soon as two to three hours after taking the medicine...

A health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will...

There is very little risk to having a blood test. You may have slight pain or bruising at the spot where the needle was put in, but most symptoms go...

If results show a high level of acetaminophen, you or your child may be at risk for liver damage and may need immediate treatment. The type of treatment will depend...

Before you or your child take any medicine, read the label carefully. Make sure that you only use the recommended dose. Check the ingredient list to see whether the medicines...

You don't need any special preparations for a blood alcohol test.

If your blood sample is taken from your wrist, your health care provider may perform a circulation test called an Allen test before taking the sample. In an Allen test,...

If you regularly take aspirin or other salicylate, you may need to stop taking it for at least four hours before your test. Your health care provider will let you...