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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test


 Recent changes for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Syndrome Screen

Recent changes for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Syndrome Screen

Date
Field
Changed From
Changed To
3rd August 2026
Notes

Plain tube with gel

Serum Tube NO gel 

Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Syndrome Screen

Ordering information:

All requests for HIT testing should be referred to the Haematology Registrar or Haematopathologist for approval prior to proceeding with testing. They will discuss the request with the ordering clinician to determine appropriateness and urgency, as well as assist with interpretation of results.

Alternate names:
Heparin-Induced Platelet Antibodies Screen, HITS
Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
HIT
Specimen types:
Blood
Container types:
Serum (NO GEL)Serum (NO GEL)
Collection Instructions:

HITScreen/ELISA testing (HITE) is only available after consultation with the Consultant Haematologist or Haematology Registrar.

Minimum Adult Volume:
3.5 mL
Notes:

Serum Tube NO gel 

Frequency:
As required
Result Turnaround Time:
1 days
Laboratory Use Only
Storage Instructions:

Laboratory staff at Monash Medical Centre must be informed if the ELISA test is to be done urgently.

Transport - serum frozen to MMC.

(MMC Special Haematology: 9594 3490)

External Laboratory:
Monash Pathology
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