Accutane is a medication widely used to treat severe acne and other skin conditions. It works by reducing sebum production from the sebaceous glands in the skin, which helps reduce skin inflammation and improve overall skin condition.
Fal Medical Laboratory offers a comprehensive package of Roaccutane treatment monitoring, which includes periodic blood tests to assess lipid levels, liver and kidney function, and essential vitamin levels.
The package includes:
Checking the drug's effects on blood cells and their essential functions, such as white blood cells, which fight infection, red blood cells, which carry oxygen, and platelets, which contribute to the clotting process.
Aspartate transaminase (AST) testing is essential during treatment with Roaccutane to monitor liver and heart health, as it helps detect any changes that indicate damage to these organs due to treatment or any potential side effects.
Liver function assessment. Elevated ALT levels in the blood may indicate liver cell damage caused by Accutane, making it an important indicator of side effects and essential for monitoring patient safety during treatment.
Monitoring kidney function. This test helps identify any changes in creatinine levels, which may indicate kidney side effects from taking Roaccutane.
Blood urea levels reflect the kidneys' ability to remove nitrogen waste from the body. Changes in urea levels may indicate kidney side effects from Roaccutane use.
Assessing and monitoring blood lipid levels. Triglyceride levels are directly related to the side effects of Accutane, and their levels may increase as a result of treatment, which can lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Assessing blood cholesterol levels. It is known that using Accutane may affect cholesterol levels, and total cholesterol levels may increase due to treatment.
HDL cholesterol testing is essential in monitoring Roaccutane treatment, as it reflects cardiovascular health and helps evaluate the effects of treatment on blood lipid levels to maintain good heart health in the patient.
To evaluate the effects of Roaccutane on LDL cholesterol levels, it is used to adjust treatment and take preventive measures to reduce potential health risks.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours.
- Go to the lab and have a blood test done by taking a blood sample from the patient.