DDAVP response test

Description

DDAVP response test. Used to measure factor VIII and / or von Willebrand's factor pre and post DDAVP

Additional information

Fill exactly to the line on the bottle. Must arrive within 2 hours of collection. Capillary samples are unsuitable for coagulation tests.

Sending address

Department of Haematology Camelia Botnar Laboratories Great Ormond Street Hospital Great Ormond Street WC1N 3JH

Laboratory service

Haematology

Sample requirements

2 x 1.4ml venous blood, citrate

Turnaround time

31 days

Cost

Upon request

Call in advance?

Not required

Haematology

The Haematology Department provides a wide range of specialist tests with a special interest in the diagnosis and monitoring of coagulation disorders.

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