Sample type: Plasma
Test name: Factor V a.k.a. Factor 5
Condition / Indication: To detect acquired or inherited deficiency of factor V. To monitor factor levels
Special precautions & notes: Unable to test samples that are clotted or poor venepuncture; venepuncture near a drip site; inadequately filled samples; Old sample (>12 hours) or samples from patients on anticoagulation therapy
Reference range: 0.62-1.39 IU/mL. For paediatric reference ranges please view attached table
Container: Citrate (Blue top)
Ideal volume (mL): 2 full tubes
Discipline: Haematology
Turnaround time: 2 weeks