Haematology
| Full details for "Protein C". | |
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Name |
Protein C |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Haematology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Peripheral Blood |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
See Thrombophilia Screen for full sample requirements |
Frequency of analysis |
Test is performed as batch analysis. Frequency as required within turnaround time. |
Turnaround time |
8 weeks |
Availability |
Please refer to thrombophilia testing guidelines below prior to ordering this test. Routine hours Monday - Friday 9am-5pm. |
Notes |
Please follow links below to the specific thrombophilia request form and the guidelines for thrombophilia testing. Testing for APCR, Factor V Leiden and Prothrombin gene mutation analysis requires genetic consent. A fully completed thrombophilia request form should be sent with samples for testing. The coagulation team can be consulted for advice for thrombophilia screen requests. Samples must be received in National Coagulation Laboratory, Centre for Laboratory Medicine and Molecular Pathology, by 4pm Monday - Friday. This is part of the Thrombophilia screen which includes Antithrombin, Lupus Anticoagulant, Protein C, Protein S, Factor VIII, Fibrinogen and APCR. See thrombophilia screen for full sample requirements. Protein C should not be tested while whilst the patient is on anticoagulant therapy. Enquiries to 01 416 2049 during routine hours, Monday - Friday 9am-5pm The Coagulation Consultant on-call can be contacted through the hospital switchboard on 01 410 3000.
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Related links |
Thrombophilia Screen Request Form Thrombophilia Testing Guidelines
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Reference range |
Adult ≥ 16 years Reference Range Protein C = 0.74 - 1.32 IU/mL |
Last updated |
Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:04:16 GMT |