Code

PFAT

Sample Reqs

J** [1]

Turnaround

1 day

Special instructions

** Samples for testing by prior arrangement only with Haemostasis laboratory, contact UCLH.Haemostasis@tdlpathology.com

Test has only 4 hours stability post-collection. Send sample without delay directly to: Haemostasis Department, 60 Whitfield Street, London W1T 4EU.

Do not send sample to the laboratory between Friday noon and Monday morning. Provide clinical details including bleeding history.

Do not test for bleeding disorders if patient has taken NSAIDs (within 24 hours) and or Aspirin (within 7 days).

[1] Contact the laboratory for special sample tubes/containers/instructions.