An Introduction to the Fundamentals of Coagulation: Laboratory Tests of Hemostatic Function

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Fibrinolysis is the term used to describe the process by which fibrin is removed from a clot, leading to its dissolution.

The specimen of choice for coagulation testing is plasma that is collected using 3.2% sodium citrate as an anticoagulant.

The APTT test is used to monitor therapeutic levels of drugs such as Coumarin and Warfarin.

INR is a way to report PT results.

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