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Carbamazepine Level

Normal range 4-12 µg/mL (17-51 µmol/L SI). Specimen: Serum (trough).

Also known as: Tegretol level.

4-12 µg/mLToxicity threshold: read below

Reference range

Conventionalµg/mL
412
SIµmol/L
1751

Combined adult band. LabVals does not publish separate men's, women's, or pediatric ranges for Carbamazepine Level; those can be narrower than the band shown.

Carbamazepine Level reference range, specimen, and conversion details
SpecimenSerum (trough)
Conventional range4-12 µg/mL
SI range17-51 µmol/L
Conversion factor×4.23 (conventional → SI)
Toxicity threshold> 12-15 µg/mL (ataxia, diplopia, drowsiness)
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What is the normal range for Carbamazepine Level?

The standard teaching reference range for Carbamazepine Level is 4-12 µg/mL in conventional units, or 17-51 µmol/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum (trough).

What toxicity threshold is taught for Carbamazepine Level?

For Carbamazepine Level, the commonly taught toxicity threshold is: > 12-15 µg/mL (ataxia, diplopia, drowsiness).

Source: Adult reference values compiled from Pagana & Pagana, Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, and Fischbach & Dunning, A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.

At the bedside

Nursing considerations

  • Monitor the CBC and sodium - carbamazepine can cause agranulocytosis and hyponatremia.
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