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Are there interferences when testing with CoaguChek systems?

April 26, 2017coaguchek interferences SYSTEMS Testing

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Are there interferences when testing with CoaguChek systems?

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• Polyglobulism: Hematocrit outside the standard range (25 – 55 %) • Lupus anticoagulant: INR abnormally high The presence of anti-phospholipid antibodies (APAs) such as Lupus antibodies (LA) can potentially lead to prolonged clotting times, i.e. elevated INR values. A comparison to an APA-insensitive laboratory method is recommended if the presence of APAs is known or suspected.