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Blood Test Information

Factor Assay
(a.k.a F2,F5,F7,F8,F9,F10,F11,F12,F13)
minimum sample volume required ~ 2.7ml

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Tube type: 9NC

Special instructions
Time limit for add on= fresh sample required. Interfering substances = anticoagulation therapy, haemolysed and lipaemic samples.

Please note that these tests are not accredited to ISO:15189 due to recent changes in equipment. These tests have been verified internally and accreditation has been applied for.

Contact Laboratory before requesting

Reference range
See report or contact lab

Units
IU/dl

Turnaround Time
21 days

Department: Haematology

Clinical Application
used to investigate coagulopathy and unexplained abnormal coagulation results.

Links:
» Paediatric normal ranges

 
 

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