Coagulation Screen (INR, APTT, Fibrinogen)


Test Name
Coagulation Screen (INR, APTT, Fibrinogen)
Test Code
COAGS1-CS
Specimen Type

Citrate Must be venous or arterial collection, NOT capillary

MUST BE FILLED TO THE LINE OTHERWISE THE SAMPLE WILL BE REJECTED

Minimum Volume
1.4 mL tube - filled to the line. For patients >1 year of age or >10kg, a 3 mL specimen tube is preferred.
Comments

INR, APTT & Fibrinogen will be performed. Specify other tests e.g. Thrombin Time, Reptilase Time, D-dimer if required. State if patient is receiving anticoagulation therapy, and specify nature of therapy. State if specimen(s) are collected from an indwelling line. Must arrive in Lab within 1 hour of collection.

Assay Performed
Haematology
RCH 9345 4200
Core Laboratory RWH 8345 2557
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Assay Frequency

As requested

ADAMTS13 Activity