Coagulation Profile (PT/INR & aPTT) in Bangalore
Understanding Coagulation Profile (PT/INR & aPTT) in Bangalore
What is Coagulation Profile (PT/INR & aPTT) in Bangalore?
Coagulation profile helps to determine the concentration of coagulation factors in the blood. It helps to assess the blood's ability to dissolve a clot as well as its clotting time. It is useful for evaluating the risk of excessive bleeding or developing clots (thrombosis).This profile includes two tests, Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time test and Prothrombin Time test.
This profile is recommended for the diagnosis of bleeding or clotting disorders, before a surgery, to patients undergoing the treatment for these diseases.
It is also suggested as a screening test before conceiving to mitigate the risk of birth defects in a baby.
What does Coagulation Profile (PT/INR & aPTT) measure?
Contains 2 tests
PT INR (Prothrombin Time)
A PT INR (Prothrombin Time) test helps to detect bleeding or clotting disorders. This test measures the time a blood sample takes to clot after chemicals are added to it. INR is a calculation that adjusts the chemicals added to the sample to measure PT and make the test results comparable among different labs.
Know more about PT INR (Prothrombin Time)
Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time
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