Additional information | |
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Also known as | Lupus Anticoagulant, LAC |
Department | HAEMATOLOGY |
Speciality Name | LUPUS ANTICOAGULANT, LAC^ |
Test type | Pathology |
Report | 24 Hours |
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. Duly filled Coagulation Requisition Form is mandatory.
This is a screening test for Lupus Anticoagulant that is associated with increased risk of thrombosis.
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