Coagulopathy (Bleeding) Analyzer, Adult
Order Name
BLEEDAN<20
Test Number: 1507550
Revision Date 04/11/2007
Test Number: 1507550
Revision Date 04/11/2007
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Platelet Count (PLT)
|
Flow cytometry | 777-3 |
|
Prothrombin Time (PT) and INR
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Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)
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Clot Detection | 3184-9 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 68 mL | See Special Instructions | See Special Instructions | Ambient whole blood or frozen aliquots |
| Instructions | For patients 20 or more years of age. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Variable |
| Expected TAT | Variable |
| Clinical Use | This analyzer is designed to evaluate patients with an abnormal bleeding tendancy. This includes testing for PT, PTT, platelet quantity and quality. Subsequent testing may include mixing studies, factor assays, or platelet aggregation. A pathologist interpretation and patient focused summation of test results will be issued with each order. |
| Notes | For more information on this Analyzer, access our "Specialized Tests" section of this guide for a complete listing of tests and CPT codes. |
| CPT Code(s) | See the Test Notes Section of this test. |
| Lab Section | Hematology |