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Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time

Alternative Names:APTT
Laboratory:Haematology
Test Code:APT
Medicare rebatable:No
Specimen Types:Plasma
Container Types:
Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate
Adults Volume or Mass:2.7 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:1 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Retrospective testing is within 4 hours.

Retrospective testing is within 2 hours if on heparin therapy. 

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately
Processing Instructions:

Centrifuge immediately for 10 minutes at 3500 rpm.

 

Assay Frequency:24/7

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