It is important to work with platelet-poor plasma (PPP) when testing for a lupus anticoagulant (LA). What impact does the presence of platelets have on LA test results?

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It is important to work with platelet-poor plasma (PPP) when testing for a lupus anticoagulant (LA). What impact does the presence of platelets have on LA test results?

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