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Factor 8 (Blood)
Alternate Names
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Factor VIII, Anithaemophilic factor, Factor 8 clotting activity |
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Test Code
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F8 |
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Testing Laboratory
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Haematology |
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Specimen Type
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Blood |
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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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Yes |
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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- |
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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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Weekly |
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Min Test Volume
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1mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Container ID
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C, CP, CH |
CSR Instructions
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Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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Laboratory Instructions
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After centrifugation, coagulation specimens remain viable for up to 8 hours at room temperature (RT). Processing instructions for: Regional Laboratories
Storage instructions for: Regional Laboratories
Transport instructions for: Regional Laboratories
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Accredited Test
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Yes |
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