Analytical Toxicology

The Poison Control Center’s Laboratory support is integrated with the departments of Clinical Biochemistry and Neurochemistry.

The following analytical toxicology tests are available: 

  • Immunoassay screens for psychotropics, CNS depressants, and drugs of abuse.
  • Dithionite test in cases of paraquat poisoning
  • ICPMS for heavy metal estimation 
  • Therapeutic drug monitoring 
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Sodium Dithionate Test