1:1 Mix_PTT
General Information
Lab Name
1:1 Mix_PTT
Lab Code
PTTMX1
Epic Name
1:1 MIX - PTT
Synonyms
Mix-PTT 1:1, Partial Thromboplastin Time-MIX
Components
Code | Name |
---|---|
PTTPT | PTT Patient |
PTTNOR | PTT Normal Pool |
PTTMIX | PTT 1:1 Mix Immediate |
INCMIX | PTT 1:1 Mix Incubated |
PTTCOM | PTT 1:1 Mix Comment |
Interpretation
Method
Clot based
Reference Range
See individual components
Ref. Range Notes
For interpretation contact the Lab Med Resident on-call through the paging operator at 206-598-6190.
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
5 mL plastic BLUE TOP (CITRATE) tube
Handling Instructions
The Laboratory MUST process specimen, within 6 hrs of blood collection
Quantity
requested: entire sample
Processing
Take specimen to the Coag bench for processing.
Outside Laboratory: Centrifuge for 10 minutes, remove plasma & re-spin plasma for another 10 minutes. Decant & Freeze plasma (minimum 1.0 mL) @ -50°C to -70°C. Send frozen on dry ice.
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Coagulation (COAG)
Performing Location(s)
Frequency
Daily
Available STAT?
Yes