Test Directory
Factor XIII Assay
Containers - Adult
S-Monovette Citrate 9NC, 2.9 ml, cap green, diameter 13 mm
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Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Containers - Child
S-Monovette Citrate 9NC, 1.4 ml, cap green, diameter 8 mm
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Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Reference ranges
In adults, FXIII (thirteen) = 0.5 - 1.5 IU/mL
Laboratory Site
RIE
51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone: 0131 536 1000
Transport arrangements
Specimen must be transported within a plastic sealable bag or other suitable container. Samples should be transported to the laboratory ASAP
Special instructions for collection
The coagulation samples (green top) MUST be filled to the green line indicated on the tube.
How to request
Must be discussed and arranged with Haematology medical staff.
Availability
Monday - Friday: routine service 09:00 - 17:00. Saturday - Sunday: routine service 09:00 - 13:00
Please contact the laboratory for urgent samples outside of routine hours.
Anticipated turnaround
10 days
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
The laboratory will telephone abnormal results where it appears that these are likely to be clinically significant. Please provide a telephone/bleep number.