Why do I need a salicylates level test?
You may need this test if you have symptoms of acute or gradual aspirin poisoning.
Symptoms of acute aspirin poisoning usually happen three to eight hours after an overdose and may include:
Nausea and vomiting
Rapid breathing (hyperventilation)
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Sweating
Symptoms of gradual aspirin poisoning may take days or weeks to show up and may include
Rapid heartbeat
Fatigue
Headache
Confusion
Hallucinations
