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General
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Clinical Use:
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Performed as part of routine coagulation studies to investigate bleeding or thrombotic disorders. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation. |
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Code:
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FBA |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send whole sample ambient.
Send separated sample frozen on dry ice.
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Reference Interval:
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0 - 2 days: 1.1 - 2.0
3 days - 17 yrs: 1.5 - 4.0
Adult: 2.0 - 4.0
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sodium Citrate-3.2% (BLUE), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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2.7mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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If sample will not reach laboratory within 24 hours of collection, it must be centrifuged, separated and frozen. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.5mL |
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send separated sample frozen on dry ice. |
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 |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4006 |
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Last Updated : 02-10-2020 08:31 |