Episode 2 - In the Lab: PT and aPTT
Bloody Minded
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Understanding Prothrombin and APTT Testing
This chapter explores the history and process of thromboplastin in measuring prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), essential tests in blood coagulation. It discusses the transition from historical methodologies to modern practices and emphasizes the significance of these tests in evaluating clotting pathways. The chapter also addresses the variability in results across different labs and encourages awareness of critical techniques and procedures for accurate assessment.
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