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Reptilase Time

Reptilase Time

The Reptilase time can be used in conjuction with the Thrombin time when heparin contamination is suspected in samples with an unexplained raised APTT.

Tube 05 (CP) - Citrate
ID Tests&Tubes0142
Additional Information This test can only be added to samples within 4 hours of collection.
Send to Blood Sciences LGI
Contact For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net.
Collection Con Citrate tube must be filled to the fill line.

Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements.
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 REPL
ICE Codes LREPT