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Additional Codes
Epic Order ID LAB2655
Sub activity Type
Coagulation
Collection tube (preferred)
Blue
Specimen Type
Plasma
Minimum Volume
0.5 plasma
Stability
4 hours at 2-8°C
4 hours at room temp (20-23°C)
Spin and freeze plasma immediately if transport will be delayed
Transport temperature
Frozen
Transport Container
Transport Tube
Rejection Criteria
Received Room temperature
Performance
Performed Daily
Report Available
Same day
Notes
Avoid hemolysis and lipemia. Fill tube completely.
Clinical Significance
Low levels of fibrinogen are associated with bleeding most commonly secondary to liver disease or Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC). Fibrinogen is an acute phase reactant and thus elevated levels may be associated with inflammation. Increased concentrations are also associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis.