Coagulation Factor V
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Factor V, Plasma
Test ID: FAC5
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Optical/Clotting
Report Includes
Factor V
Specimens
Plasma (Citrate)
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
27-Oct-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma (Citrate)
Collection Containers
Light Blue Tube (Citrate)
Sample Volume
2 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Prepare platelet poor plasma and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Submit separate specimen for each test ordered.
Stability
| Ambient | 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 14 days (-20°C) |
Additional Stability Information
Stable up to six months at -70°C. If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
|---|
Test Version
27-Oct-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Optical/Clotting
Turnaround Time
4 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coagulation Factor V | U/mL |
|
% x 0.0100 | |
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
27-Oct-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FAC5 | 29232Factor V Assay | U/mL |
Test Version
27-Oct-2023