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General
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Clinical Use:
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The Multiplate test is used to assess platelet function in whole blood, primarily to assess effect of anti-platelet medication. |
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Availability:
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QEII: Samples are tested 24/7 for the QEII Network. (QEII, PCH, KEMH and Osborne Park)
FSH: Samples are tested Monday-Friday 0830-1700 for the FS Network (FSH, RPH and FTH) |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Aspirin Resistance, Clopidogrel Resistance, Whole Blood Platelet Aggregometry, |
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Code:
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MUP |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Sample must reach laboratory within 3 hours of collection.
Do not send samples via PTS. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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FS Network ONLY (FSH, RPH & FTH): Sample must reach testing laboratory (FSH Coagulation) before 1630 on day of collection. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Process sample immediately on arrival in laboratory.
Do not centrifuge sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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2mL |
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Stability:
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3 hours ambient |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
Do not send samples via PTS. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Coagulation |
Haematology |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8135 |
| Coagulation |
Haematology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4006 |
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Last Updated : 17-02-2026 13:25 |