CLOTTING PROFILE (Coagulation Screen)

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What is a coagulation profile? A coagulation profile (coag) includes: Prothrombin Time, Inter Norm Ratio, Partial Thromboplastin Time, Fibrinogen. It is a screening test for abnormal blood clotting because it examines the factors most often associated with a bleeding problem. It does not cover all causes of bleeding tendencies. Test to be done between 4-5pm due to stability time. If not sure, please get in touch with clinic. How is a coagulation profile test performed? A coagulation profile is a blood test. It requires a few millilitres of blood from a vein, and it is important that the blood sample tube is filled to the correct level – otherwise false readings may occur. Why would you need to get a coagulation profile? A coagulation profile may be performed to confirm normal clotting function before a procedure which may cause bleeding, or in conditions associated with bleeding, for example from the respiratory, urinary, or gastrointestinal tract. A coagulation profile may also be requested by your doctor if there is a concern about easy bruising or bleeding. This may happen because of hereditary conditions such as Haemophilia, or acquired conditions such as liver failure, or severe infections.