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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test


 Recent changes for Paracetamol

Recent changes for Paracetamol
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
20th August 2024
Preferred Specimen Type

Serum
Plasma

Blood

Optional Container Type

SST

Collection & Request Instructions

Patients with potentially toxic concentrations are in danger of serious complications, especially liver damage, which may not become apparent for 2—4 days.

Specimen must be collected at least four (4) hours post-ingestion.

Patients with potentially toxic concentrations are in danger of serious complications, especially liver damage, which may not become apparent for 2—4 days.

Specimen must be collected at least four (4) hours post-ingestion.

Paracetamol

Alternative Names:Acetaminophen
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:PMOL
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
SST
Collection & Request Instructions:

Patients with potentially toxic concentrations are in danger of serious complications, especially liver damage, which may not become apparent for 2—4 days.

Specimen must be collected at least four (4) hours post-ingestion.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Additional Notes:

Please note: from the 30/10/2024 Paracetamol is reported in mg/L. 

The protocol for treatment held in the Emergency Department should be studied and followed.

NOTE: Lower levels may be toxic in chronic users and patients with certain co-morbidities.

 

Alfred Health - Please refer to PROMPT guideline: MEDICATION GUIDELINE: ACETYLCYSTEINE (NAC) INFUSION