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Test Details

Lupus Investigation (Lupus Anticoagulant Confirmatory Test)

General Info:

Description:

Lupus anticoagulant testing is often performed by healthcare professionals when the antiphospholipid syndrome is suspected. This test usually uses LA-sensitive PTT and dilute Russell viper venom test (DRVVT). Furthermorea confirmatory test involves the addition of excess phospholipids to reduce or correct the prolonged coagulation test.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Plasma

Container Type: 

Blue

Volume: 

3

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

18 - 25 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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