| Test Name |
Factor IX (9) Clotting Activity |
| Also Known As |
Christmas factor |
| Method |
Clot Detection |
| Reference Range |
68-148% |
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| Ordering Details |
| Test Code |
5769-5 |
| Assay Schedule |
Monday- Friday, Daily |
| Turnaround Time |
2-5 days |
| Preferred Specimen and Volume |
1 ML of Aliquoted Frozen Plasma (from the Blue 3.2% Citrate Tubes). Note: Blue Citrate Tubes must be filled to proper level before spinning / aliquot. |
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| Specimen Handling Information |
| Specimen Storage |
Keep Frozen |
| Specimen Transport |
Ship Frozen sample packed on Dry Ice by a reliable courier. |
| Causes For Specimen Rejection |
Specimen will be rejected if grossly hemolyzed, clotted, or thawed. |
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| Billing Information |
| CPT Codes |
85250 |
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