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85730 Thromboplastin time partial

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: aPTT, APTT, PTT

Activated partial thromboplastin time test measures plasma clotting time after addition of a contact activator and phospholipid reagent, screening for intrinsic and common pathway defects.

Clinical Context

Primary screening test for bleeding disorders affecting intrinsic and common coagulation pathways. Essential for monitoring unfractionated heparin therapy and evaluating prolonged bleeding.

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Specialties

Hemostasis/ThrombosisClinical PathologyHematology

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