CLINICAL ANALYSIS AREA: Tests Performed in the Coagulation Section

Evaluates the intrinsic system of the coagulation cascade and monitors adequacy of heparin therapy

Evaluate venous thrombosis

Evaluates the function of platelets

Measure abnormal blood clotting and fibrinolysis; determines thrombin and plasmin activity

Detect factor deficiencies that prolong coagulation

Determines the amount of fibrinogen in plasma

Evaluates the extrinsic system of the coagulation cascade and monitors Coumadin therapy (warfarin); Monitors liver diseases or Vit. K deficiency

Determines if adequate fibrinogen is present for normal coagulation