PROTHROMBIN TIME STUDIES
| Prothrombin Time assesses the extrinsic and common coagulation pathway from Factor VII through fibrin formation. Results are interpreted based on INR. A prolonged INR suggests a potential bleeding disorder or if on warfarin therapy, a potential for bleeding complications |
Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is preferred |
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Report Delivery : Same Day |
PROTHROMBIN TIME STUDIES
| Test Code | P-41 |
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| Test Description | **PROTHROMBIN TIME STUDIES |
| Clinical Category | COAGULATION DISORDERS |
| Sample | 3 mL Whole blood in Sodium Citrate tube |
| Method/Technology | Clotting |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |