Heparin/PF4 IgG ELISA Confirmation

Also Known as (Alias) HIT
Method Enzyme Linked Immunosorbant Assay (ELISA)
Test Information Reflex testing for confirmation of positive heparin antibody with the addition of high dose heparin as an inhibitory step in the heparin/PF4 IgG ELISA.
Sample Requirements Citrate (blue top)
Requested Volume 5cc Citrate (blue top)
Sample Information Whole blood specimens can be sent directly to Bloodworks within 24 hours of draw time. Samples may also be spun, frozen at -20°C, and shipped on dry ice after-hours or over the weekend.
Shipping Information Send whole blood at ambient temperature Monday – Friday within 24 hours of draw time. Samples may also be spun, frozen at -20°C, and shipped on dry ice during after-hours or over the weekend.

Send samples to:
Bloodworks Northwest
Attn:  Platelet Immunology Lab, Rm 619
921 Terry Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

For additional information, please see Ordering Information

Requisition Form RFT- Platelet Immunology Laboratory
Transaction Code 3655-20
CPT Codes 86022
Test Schedule Reflexive
Turn around Time (analytic time) 1-2 business days
Report/Results Fax number required to receive report

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