EPISODE · May 21, 2024 · 29 MIN
Episode 2 - In the Lab: PT and aPTT
from Bloody Minded · host Bloody Minded Crew
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a JMO in possession of a coagulation tube will underfill it. But why should it matter?! In this episode, we review the principles behind the two most important coagulation screening tests (The PT and the aPTT) as well as follow the journey of that precious citrated sample through the lab. By the end, you’ll know enough to at least feel guilty when you still send that half filled tube down the chute at 3amTimestamps:00:00 - Introductions01:40 - Clinical Case03:29 - Development of coagulation testing06:05 - Why you need to fill the tube09:40 - Removing platelets13:30 - Coagulation Profile and the INR14:51 - The PT20:32 - The aPTT27:00 - Summary31/5/25 - Just a note that we remastered the audio so this episode sounds much more in line with our current ones - the content hasn't changed however Support the showCheck out show notes, additional references and (sometimes) extra content at www.bloodyminded.com.au
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It is a truth universally acknowledged that a JMO in possession of a coagulation tube will underfill it. But why should it matter?! In this episode, we review the principles behind the two most important coagulation screening tests (The PT and the aPTT) as well as follow the journey of that precious citrated sample through the lab. By the end, you’ll know enough to at least feel guilty when you still send that half filled tube down the chute at 3am Timestamps: 00:00 - Introductions 01:40 - C...
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