Typical schedule
- Weeks 1–4: Labs 2× per week, clinic visit 1× per week.
- Months 2–3: Labs weekly, clinic every 2 weeks.
- Months 4–12: Labs every 2–4 weeks.
- After year 1: Labs every 1–3 months for life.
Labs should be drawn before the morning dose of tacrolimus.
What to bring
- Updated medication list
- Daily log (temp, BP, weight, urine output)
- Insurance card and ID
- Snack and water for after labs
- Notebook with questions
Good questions to ask
- How are her kidney numbers (creatinine, GFR) trending?
- Any changes to her medications?
- When is her next lab and clinic visit?
- Are there any new symptoms we should watch for?
- Is she cleared for activities like travel or visitors?