Test Information:
Factor X Deficient is a coagulation test for the determination of Factor X activity as aid to diagnosis of congenital or acquired Factor X deficiencies in patients with bleeding disorders or at risk for FX deficiency.
Specimen Container:
Blue Top Tube (Sodium Citrate)
Specimen Type:
Plasma
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
To obtain optimal results, it is recommended to separate plasma from whole blood within 15 minutes from the time of collection; aliquoted specimen must be transported within 3 hours from the time of collection.
For aliquoted specimen, DO NOT USE GLASS TUBE CONTAINER.
- However, if delay in transportation occurs, it is vital to follow the stipulated storage and stability. Specimen received beyond the stipulated storage and stability is considered “sub-optimal” in nature. •
- For FROZEN specimen, send specimen on running day prior to cut-off period; ONE TIME THAWING ONLY.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 2 hours - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 3 hours - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 4 weeks
Transport Temperature:
Freshly collected specimen: Room (18 to 24°C)
Frozen Specimen: Frozen (-20°C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF: Monday and Thursday, 1100H
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included for the next batch processing.
Results Availability:
Tuesday and Friday, 1200H