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Heparin Induced Thrombocytopaenia Screen

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

IF part of investigation for Suspected Vaccine-induced Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia (VITT, previously VIPIT) order suspected vaccine induced thrombotic thrombocytopenia CARESET (HITS+VITT) and complete linked paperwork https://www.thanz.org.au/documents/item/579

Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
Plain tube - serum (no Gel)
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Only by consult with Lab Haematology Registrar

Test performed only after consultation with Haematologist who will decide the type of assay to be performed.

Further confirmatory testing may be necessary. Please discuss with the Haematology laboratory on Ext. 63075.

Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Store at -70'C

Take to Coagulation to get authorised and process.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:On Ice
Assay Frequency:By Arrangement
External Laboratory:Monash Pathology