FACTOR VIII REFLEX TO BETHESDA QUANT
Order Code ID
2738
Test Description
Test Description >>
Abbreviation
Alias
Specimen Description
Citrated Platelet Poor Plasma (PPP)
Container Type
Sodium Citrate (Light Blue Top) Tube
CPT Code
Transport Temperature
Critical Frozen
Turnaround Time
2 - 4 Days
Minimum Volume
LOINC
3209-4
LOINC Description
Coagulation factor VIII activity actual/Normal
Handling/Draw Instructions
Ambient: 4 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen at -20°C: 3 months; Frozen at -70°C: 6 months. Rejection Criteria: Serum. EDTA plasma, clotted or hemolyzed specimens. Reflex Criteria: If Factor VIII activity (B190) is 20 percent or less, then Bethesda Quantitative, Factor VIII (B191) will be added. Additional charges apply.
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