Prothrombin Time with INR Test
Formal Name of the Test:
Prothrombin Time with INR
Other Names Used:
Protime INR; Prothrombin Time Assay; Protime; PT; PT INR; Pro Time; INR; Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio
Sample Required:
Frozen plasma
Test Overview:
An abnormality of coagulation factors involved in the extrinsic pathway can be detected with this test. Also used to monitor patients with inherited and acquired clotting problems and evaluate the impact of Warfarin therapy.
Test Preparation:
There is no need for any prior preparation.
Test Performed at:
Quest Diagnostics, Test Code 8847
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