Von Willebrand Factor Activity (GPIbM) Assay
| Label Mnemonic: | VWFAC |
| Epic code: | LAB9329 |
Hemostasis/Thrombosis
6240 RCP
356-3573
6240 RCP
356-3573
Specimen(s):
Plasma More information
Collection Medium:
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| Light Blue top tube 2.7 mL (Na Citrate) |
Minimum:
Full draw; 2.7 mL light blue top (mix well).
Rejection Criteria:
Short drawn tube, clot, traumatic tap (excessive hemolysis).
Testing Schedule:
0800-1630 Monday, Wednesday and Friday. If you need results STAT, call Hematology resident (0800-1630, M-F) at 356-8628. All other times page the Pathology resident on-call at 3404.
Reference Range:
51 – 204%
Methodology:
Turbidimetric, particle agglutination.
CPT Code:
85397
See Additional Information:
Hemolysis Chart
Phlebotomy Tubes and Order of Draw
Impact of Common Anticoagulants on Coagulation Tests
Hemolysis Chart
Phlebotomy Tubes and Order of Draw
Impact of Common Anticoagulants on Coagulation Tests
This test needs a separate tube! It CANNOT be done with any other coagulation tests.