OUTSOURCE
Anti Thrombin III, Functional (H101)
Also Known As:
Antithrombin
Antithrombin III
Anti Thrombin
About This Test
This is the recommended screening test for antithrombin assay. This assay is useful to diagnose acquired or congenital antithrombin deficiency. It is also used to monitor treatment of antithrombin deficiency disorders including infusion of antithrombin therapeutic concentrate.
Test Parameters (1)
- ANTI THROMBIN III, FUNCTIONAL
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
2 Days
Preparation / Prerequisite
4mL ( 3mL min. ) Platelet poor plasma (PPP) from 2 blue top ( sodium citrate) tubes. Prepare PPP within 1 hr of collection , aliquot in 2 sterile screw capped vials and freeze.
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.
Antithrombin Activity (Functional) Test is important because it evaluates the body’s natural anticoagulant system and helps identify conditions that increase the risk of abnormal blood clotting (thrombosis).
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.
