Test Directory
Reptilase Time
Containers - Adult
Green Cap Tube 3.0ml (Sarstedt)
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Volume Range
3.0ml
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Containers - Child
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1.4ml citrate sarstedt monovette tube
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Volume Range
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Reference ranges
Reference range = 21-25 seconds
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
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 not available during restricted service.
Anticipated turnaround
7 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 telephone/ bleep number.
General additional information
The Reptilase test is a screening test, used to distinguish dysfibrinogenaemia from hypofibrinogenaemia.