Test Code HYPER Coagulation, Hypercoagulable Work-Up, Plasma
Performing Laboratory
ChristianaCare-Newark Campus
Methodology
Clot - Based assays: PT, PTT, Thrombin Time, Fibrinogen, dRVVT, SCT, APCR and mixing studies, if needed.
Chromogenic assays: Antithrombin and Protein C
Latex immunoassay: Free Protein S
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay: Anticardiolipin antibodies (IgG and IgM), Beta-2-Glycoprotein I Antibody (IgG)
Reference Values
See individual test listings.
Physician Office Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Two 2.7-mL light
blue-top (sodium citrate) tubes
Specimen: Full tubes - must be filled to
exactly 2.7 mL
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label tubes with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number. Date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen are also required.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Routine Turnaround Time: 2-7 days
STAT Turnaround Time: not available