Test Directory

Chromogenic Factor VIII

Containers - Adult

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Green Cap Tube 3.0ml (Sarstedt)
Volume Range

3.0ml​

Additive per Container

​Sodium Citrate

Containers - Child

1.4ml citrate sarstedt monovette tube
Volume Range

1.4ml1.4ml

Additive per Container

Sodium Citrate​

Reference ranges

​ In adults, chromogenic FVIII (eight) = 0.5 - 1.5 IU/mL​​

Laboratory Site

RIE
51 Little France Crescent
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

Test is not available during restricted service.

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 telephone/ bleep number.