Protein C - Activity; Protein C - Biological
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Protein C - Functional, Plasma
Test ID: PROCF
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Clot Based
Platform
Stago S-TAR
Report Includes
Protein C - Functional
Specimens
Plasma (Na Citrate)
Clinical Utility
Testing for Protein C deficiency during an acute illness or anticoagulant therapy is not recommended.
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma (Na Citrate)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Patient Preparation
Patient should not be on anticoagulant therapy
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Prepare platelet-poor specimen and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen
Stability
| Frozen | 2 weeks at ≤-20°C |
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Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Clot Based
Platform
Stago S-TAR
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein C - Functional | U/mL |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019