Plasma Viscosity (PV)
A non specific indicator of plasma protein levels. The Plasma Viscosity gives a measure of the acute phase response; i.e. the increase in assorted plasma proteins and fibrinogen in blood plasma stimulated by a variety of causes (e.g. infection, neoplasm or inflammatory disease).
| Tube | 04 (EP) - EDTA Plasma |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0094 |
| Additional Information | A minimum volume 2.0ml of plasma is required for this test. It is advised that a full adult EDTA sample is collected to ensure this requirement is met. No add ons allowed |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: 4 Hours In-Patient: 24 Hours Out-Patient: 24 Hours GP: 24 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | A separate EDTA blood sample is required if HbA1c, PTH, FBC or ESR is also requested. ‘If referred from an external laboratory, sample may be plasma only; pass straight to Haematology BMS, do not discard’ |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences Refernce ranges available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Telepath | PVL |
| ICE Codes | PVL |
