Coagulation Panel
Summary
Recurrent pregnancy
loss may be associated with circulating anticoagulants (lupus-like
anticoagulants). The presence of a circulating lupus-like anticoagulant
will prolong the activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT).
APTT is also sensitive to lowered concentrations of Fletcher and
Fitzgerald factors and coagulation Factors I, II, V, VIII, IX, X, XI and
XII. The lupus anticoagulant (LAC) test should be performed on plasma
specimens with a prolonged APTT to distinguish between a factor deficiency
and lupus inhibitor. APTT and Prothrombin time (PT) are also used to
monitor the clotting ability of individuals using anticoagulant
therapy.
Panel Tests Included
Lupus anti-coagulant (LAC),
activated PTT, and prothrombin time (PT).
Specimen Collection and Shipping
Requirements
- Collect plasma from two (2) blue top tubes.
- Ship frozen plasma in prepaid FedEx mailers overnight, next day
morning.
Turn Around Time
Processing of specimens
begins immediately upon receipt at our facilities. Results are routinely
available within 7 to 10 days and are initially faxed, then mailed to the
requesting physician.
Cost
Included in our fees are specimen
collection and shipping materials, all courier and shipping charges,
telephone and written reports, and consultation with physicians. Please
call (312) 274-1928 for pricing information.
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