Factor XIII Assay
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Factor XIII Assay (Urea Clot Solubility), Plasma
Test ID: FAC13
Test
Method
Clot-based Assay
Report Includes
Specimens
Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FAC13
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FAC13 when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
Other available Factor XIII tests:
Factor XIII Activity (Kinetic/Chromogenic Assay), Plasma
Factor XIII Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FAC13
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FAC13 when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
Other available Factor XIII tests:
Factor XIII Activity (Kinetic/Chromogenic Assay), Plasma
Factor XIII Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FAC13
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FAC13 when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
Other available Factor XIII tests:
Factor XIII Activity (Kinetic/Chromogenic Assay), Plasma
Factor XIII Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FAC13
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FAC13 when ordering this test. Not doing so will cause processing delays while ICL ascertains which test you are requesting.
Other available Factor XIII tests:
Factor XIII Activity (Kinetic/Chromogenic Assay), Plasma
Factor XIII Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Collection Containers
Blue top (3.2% buffered citrate)
Sample Volume
1 mL × 2
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Ensure full draw with 9:1 ratio (9 parts blood to 1 part anticoagulant).
Handling Information
Prepare platelet poor plasma (double spun), separate into two 1 mL aliquots and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Submit separate specimen for each test ordered.
Stability
| Ambient | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
Additional Stability Information
At -70°C: 6 months
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
|---|
Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Clot-based Assay
Turnaround Time
5 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FXIII Assay |
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Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FAC13 | 29246FXIII Assay |
Test Version
27-Jan-2023