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Li+ in urine
Indications:
- evaluation of lithium toxicity
Methods:
- flame emission spectroscopy (FES)
- atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS)
- ion-specific electrode (ISE)
Interferences:
- Na+, K+ & Ca+2 may interfere with flame emission method & require background correction
Related
Li+
lithium carbonate (Eskalith, Lithane, Lithobid, Lithonate)
pharmaceutical lithium
Specific
Li+ in 24 hour urine
General
lithium measurement
urine toxicology
References
- Clinical Guide to Laboratory Tests, 3rd ed. Teitz ed.,
W.B. Saunders, 1995
Component-of
Li+/creatinine in urine