Combined adult band. LabVals does not publish separate men's, women's, or pediatric ranges for Salicylate Level; those can be narrower than the band shown.
Salicylate Level reference range, specimen, and conversion details
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What is the normal range for Salicylate Level?
The standard teaching reference range for Salicylate Level is 15-30 (anti-inflammatory) mg/dL in conventional units, or 1.1-2.2 mmol/L in SI units. This value is measured in serum.
What toxicity threshold is taught for Salicylate Level?
For Salicylate Level, the commonly taught toxicity threshold is: > 40-50 mg/dL (tinnitus, tachypnea, acid-base disturbance).
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.
Toxicity causes tinnitus and a mixed respiratory alkalosis with metabolic acidosis; monitor ABGs.
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