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is there really such a thing as keppra blood level test?

Thu, 11/06/2008 - 11:49

Is there such a blood test to monitor keppra? the neuroligist office called back and told me my keppra level was in range at 8.4 (3.1 to 10), i have not heard of a blood test level for keppra, i would appreciate anyones knowledge on this...

 

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what is considered a correct

Submitted by Kathymfs on Wed, 2018-12-12 - 17:48
what is considered a correct level of keppra

Yes, a blood test for keppra,

Submitted by anxiousforanswers on Wed, 2019-01-09 - 11:43
Yes, a blood test for keppra, or any anti-seizure med., should be standard practice,especially if side effects are an issue.  Below is a reference to one site that discusseskeppra blood level tests. There are others.  https://labtestsonline.org/tests/levetiracetam

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