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Activated Protein C Resistance

Alternative Names:APCR
Laboratory:Haematology
Test Code:APCR
Registration Instructions:

Specimens cannot be analysed or re-analysed greater than 8 hours after collection.

Specimen Types:Plasma
Container Types:
Sodium Citrate
Adults Volume or Mass:2.7 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Add exactly 2.7 mL of blood & mix by inversion.

 

Can be performed on patients taking Warfarin and/or Heparin.

See also—FACTOR V LEIDEN

Processing Instructions:

This test is a low incident test and is batched.

Specimens cannot be analysed or re-analysed greater than 8 hours after collection.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature