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Unit Code 9070:
Coagulation Factor VIII Activity Assay, Plasma

Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Diagnosing hemophilia A

 

Diagnosing vWD when measured with the vWF antigen and

ristocetin cofactor activity

 

Diagnosing acquired deficiency states

 

Investigation of prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)

Special Instructions and Forms Describes specimen collection and preparation information, test algorithms, and other information pertinent to test. Also includes pertinent information and consent forms to be used when requesting a particular test

• Coagulation Studies 

Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Clot-Based Assay         
Not offered for detection of hemophilia carrier.
Coagulation testing is highly complex, often requiring 
the performance of multiple assays and correlation with 
clinical information. For that reason, we suggest ordering 
"Coagulation Consultations."

Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name

Coag Factor VIII Activity Assay, P

Ordering Mnemonic An alternate Mayo code (to the Unit Code) for a test

F8A

Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching

Coagulation Factor VIII Activity Assay, Plasma

Factor VIII - Off hours order 399

Factor VIII Activity Assay

Hemophilia A

Soft-F8A