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Activated Protein C Resistance

Ordering information:

APCR no longer available ; request alternative test Factor V  Leiden.

Alternate names:
APC, APC Ratio, APC Resistance, APCR
Laboratory:
Coagulation
Test Code:
APCRE
Specimen types:
Plasma
Container types:
Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate
Collection Instructions:

APCR no longer available ; request alternative test Factor V  Leiden.

Minimum Adult Volume:
7 mL
Notes:

May identify venous thrombotic risk.

Can be performed on patients taking warfarin and/or heparin.

Screening test for Factor V Leiden but not specific for Factor V Leiden.

See also - Factor V Leiden

 

Tube filled to label marker and mixed by inversion.

Do not use 1 mL citrate tubes.

Frequency:
Weekly
Result Turnaround Time:
2 weeks
Reference Interval:

Ratio: 2.3-8.0

Laboratory Use Only

  

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

 

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form  

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide 
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions 

 

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