I request blood tests when the meds have been increased especially if I notice a change in how my body feels.

I will be having my Physical before an appointment with my Neurologist, so I will be having a Blood Level done for one AED. All the rest of what the GP wants will also be done. The other blood levels are the same as before.

Generally I fast before going to see my doctor. Then if he wants to do it he can

my new gp was reluctant and said they are only neccessary annually however I know thats not true so ive spoken to my epilepsy nurse about it. Most times its about the cost as to why they wont agree them.

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member in most cases bloods should be done anyway whenever the dosage changes. Then on top of that, they will monitor the levels. But it depends on how your body has to filter the meds.

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