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Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
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Collection Method
Fresh whole blood collected with a syringe
Container
Fresh whole blood collected with a syringe
Specimen Type
Fresh whole blood collected with a syringe
Minimum Volume
0.2 cc of blood in syringe
Specimen Stability
Sample needs to be tested immediately following collection
Reference or Target Ranges
• Reference range (non-heparin patients): 98 - 185 seconds
• Heparinized / therapeutic range: 177 - 333 seconds
Reportable Units
seconds
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Performing Bench | CPH Point of Care |
| Methodology/Method Description | Hemochron |
CPT Codes
85347
Last review/edit date
2025