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Lupus Anticoagulant Testing

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Explains how lupus anticoagulant testing is used, such as to help investigate the cause of a blood clot or recurrent miscarriage, when lupus anticoagulant testing is ordered, and what the results of lupus anticoagulant testing might mean
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CBC Blood Test (Complete Blood Count)

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The complete blood count is an essential test that counts the number, size, and types of cells in your blood. It provides an indication of your overall health.
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Platelet Count (PLT) Blood Test

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A platelet count is a lab test which measures the amount of platelets you have in your blood. Platelets are tiny particles that form blood clots.
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Activated Clotting Time (ACT)

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The activated clotting time (ACT) is commonly used to monitor treatment with high dose heparin before, during, and shortly after medical procedures that require that blood be prevented from clotting, such as cardiac bypass surgery, cardiac angioplasty, and dialysis.
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Arthritis Testing

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Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Learn about types of arthritis and the role of arthritis testing.
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Heparin Anti-Xa

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Heparin is a drug used to treat people who have dangerous blood clots or to prevent clots in those with a high risk of developing them. Heparin anti-Xa blood tests are sometimes used to monitor and adjust standard heparin therapy.
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Fibrinogen Test

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Fibrinogen testing can be used for diagnosing, monitoring, and screening for a number of conditions that affect blood clotting. Learn more about how the test is used.
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Blood Testing

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Blood tests examine and measure different components of the blood. Learn more about blood and some of the most common blood tests.
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