Platelet Aggregation Studies
Clinical Relevance: | Platelet function is essential to the haemostasis therefore quantitative and qualitative disorders are common amongst patients with abnormal bleeding. Platelet aggregation studies are employed to investigate the different functions of platelets. |
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Min. Volume: | The volume of blood in the coagulation samples must lie within the volume range as indicated be the size of the black fill arrow present on the tubes. Volumes above or below the arrow will result in sample rejection to ensure validity of results. |
Turnaround Time: | 8 hours |
Age of Sample: | Samples must reach the laboratory within 15 minutes of venepuncture. |
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Analysing Laboratory: | Coagulation Laboratory, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne |