About This Test
This assay should be used as the initial test for evaluating patients suspected of Congenital Protein C deficiency including those with family history of thrombotic events. It also helps to identify decreased Functional Protein C of acquired origin eg. due to oral anticoagulant effect, Vitamin K deficiency, Liver disease or DIC.
Test Parameters (1)
- PROTEIN C, FUNCTIONAL, SERUM
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
Overnight fasting is preferred. It is recommended that patient discontinues Heparin for 1 day and Oral Anticoagulants for 7 days prior to sampling as these drugs may affect test results. Discontinuation should be with prior consent from the treating Physician.
Protein C Functional (Activity) test is important because it checks how well Protein C works to prevent abnormal blood clotting, helping detect Protein C deficiency, a key cause of inherited or acquired thrombophilia.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
