Test Directory
HIT Assay (HIT IgG)
Containers - Adult
Brown Cap Tube 4.9ml (Sarstedt)
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Volume Range
1mL |
Green Cap Tube 3.0ml (Sarstedt)
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Volume Range
3ml
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Containers - Child
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Brown Cap Tube 4.9ml (Sarstedt)
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Volume Range
1mL |
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1.4ml citrate sarstedt monovette tube
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Volume Range
Additive per Container
Sodium Citrate |
Reference ranges
0.00-1.00IU/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
This is an URGENT test - samples must be transported to the laboratoy as soon as possible (by taxi or courier, where appropriate).
Sample storage arrangements
None required.
Special instructions for collection
None required.
Please note: BOTH plasma and serum samples are required for HIT testing.
How to request
This test MUST be arranged via the Haematology medical staff.
Availability
24/7
Anticipated turnaround
24 hours
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
All results are telephoned to the haematology Registrar and referred to the consultant Haematologist for comments.