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Alternate Names
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FIB, Factor I, Fibrinogen Clauss |
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Test Code
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FIBC |
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Testing Laboratory
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Haematology |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Sodium Citrate (Light Blue Top)
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Routinely performed as part of a Coagulation Profile, but can be ordered on its own or as part of a Liver Transplant. |
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Collection Instructions
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Citrate tubes must be completely filled in order to perform testing. The level of blood must be within the top and bottom borders of the black marker on the tubes. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Daily |
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Min Test Volume
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1mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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| Room Temperature |
4 hours |
| Refrigerated (2 - 4°C) |
8 hours |
| Frozen Plasma (-20°C) |
up to 3 months* |
*Subject to sample availability |
