Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Factor XIII Assay,
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
5th May 2026	Alternative names	F13, Factor 13 Assay	F13, Factor 13 Assay, F13L
	Request Group	F13A	F13L
5th May 2026	Assay name	Factor XIII Assay	Factor XIII Assay,
	Alternative names		F13, Factor 13 Assay
	Volume (Adults)		2.7 mL
	Minimum/Paediatric Volume		1 mL
	Frequency		Fortnightly

Alternative Names:

F13
Factor 13 Assay
F13L

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

F13L

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

Sodium Citrate

Adults Volume or Mass:

2.7 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

By consultation with Haematologist.

Specimens cannot be analysed or re- analysed beyond 4 to 6 hours after collection, depending on the test required.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

On Ice

Double spin and send on dry-ice

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly

External Laboratory:

Monash Pathology