Why get tested? To determine if the concentration of digoxin in your blood is at a therapeutic level or to detect toxic levels
When to get tested? Soon after the start of digoxin therapy and at regular intervals to ensure that drug levels are within therapeutic range and are not low or at toxic concentrations
Sample required? A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm
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