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2710: vW Protease Activity

Synonym:    ADAM-TS13

Methodology:    fluorescence resonance energy transfer

Schedule:    1-2 times/week

Reported:    10-13 days

Laboratory:    Hematology

Performed externally at:    Quest.

 

SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS     

Collection Requirements:    Preferred container is ONE 4.5-mL blue top tube; TWO pediatric 2.7-mL blue top tubes are also acceptable. Tubes must be filled completely.

Unacceptable Conditions:    Partially filled tube or clotted sample.

Reference Range Comment:   


    Normal

 

Clinical Indication Criteria:    TTP.

Additional Notes:    Reflex to vW protease inhibitor if protease activity is less than 251 ng/mL.

CPT Code:    85247

Manual Release Date:    10/16/2009

Format Date:    11/02/2009

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