Factor XIII Functional
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Factor XIII Activity (Kinetic/Chromogenic Assay), Plasma
Test ID: FXIIIACT
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Kinetic / Chromogenic Assay
Report Includes
Factor XIII Activity
Specimens
Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FXIIIACT
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FXIIIACT 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 Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FXIIIACT
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FXIIIACT 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 Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FXIIIACT
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FXIIIACT 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 Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Important Note: TEST ID FXIIIACT
Non-interfaced clients should specify the Test ID FXIIIACT 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 Antigen Quantitation, Plasma
Collection Containers
Blue top (3.2% buffered citrate)
Sample Volume
1 mL
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) and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Frozen | Frozen |
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Additional Stability Information
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
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Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Kinetic / Chromogenic Assay
Turnaround Time
12 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factor XIII Activity | U/mL |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
27-Jan-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FXIIIACT | 70026FACTOR 13 ACTIVITY | U/mL |
Test Version
27-Jan-2023