Key Concepts and Practices for Reliable Laboratory Testing
Reliability in Laboratory Testing
- Lab test results are crucial for medical decisions.
Understanding Lab Reports
- An interactive sample lab report explains the elements of a typical report.
- Reference ranges can be difficult to define and use.
SmrtX Medical Tests Analyzer
- A solution for managing patient lab results efficiently and reliably.
Reference Ranges and Interpretation
- Lab test results are compared to reference ranges to identify abnormalities.
Blood Clotting Tests
- Detect proteins that influence blood clotting.
Specific Tests
D-dimer Test
- Detects a protein fragment formed during blood clot dissolution.
- Normal range: ≤0.50
Prothrombin Time (PT)/INR Test
- Measures the time it takes for a blood clot to form.
- Normal range:
- PT: 11-13.5 seconds
- INR: 0.8-1.1
Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) Test
- Measures the time it takes for a blood clot to form.
- Normal range: 21-35 seconds
Examples of Blood Clotting Medications
- Heparin
- Warfarin
Importance of Blood Clotting Tests
- Monitor health of individuals taking blood clot prevention medications.
- Indicate potential risks of bleeding or blood clotting.
- D-dimer is a screening test, and a positive result requires further evaluation.
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