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Platelet multimers
Citrated Plasma
| Test | Platelet multimers |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | PVM, vWF multimers |
| Profile | |
| Clinical Indication | The patten of Von Willebrand multimers present in a patients plasma aid in the sub-classification of Von Willebrands diseaseTo investigate Von Willebrands disease. Completed after abnormal results have been obtained for a patient by immunological or functional Von Willebrands assays. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Citrated Plasma |
| Minimum Volume | 2 x 3mL (adult) 2x 1mL (paed) |
| Special Precautions | Please discuss with Consultant Haematologists in the first instance. |
| Stability | 4-6 hours |
| Turnaround Time | Within 9 weeks |
| Laboratory | Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield |
| Reference Interval | Issued with final report |
| Limitations | None stated |
| Additional Information |
