
Sample type: Whole Blood
Test name: Lupus Anticoagulant a.k.a. DRVTT/DRVV
Condition / Indication: Detemination of thrombotic tendency
Special precautions & notes: Usually requested as part of a Thrombophilic Screen (which requires 3 full tubes). Ideally these samples need to arrive in the laboratory within 2 hours, maximum 4 hours. For monitoring treatment, a single sample is acceptable. See 'Thrombophilia Screen' for further details.
Reference range: Results: Positive or negative.
Container: Citrate (Blue top)
Ideal volume (mL): 3 full tubes
Discipline: Haematology
Turnaround time: 10 days