| Alternate Names |
Factor I |
| Ordering Recommendation |
Used in the diagnosis of disseminated intravascular coagulation, and may be used to assess the effectiveness of thrombolytic therapy. Fibrinogen is an acute-phase inflammatory protein synthesized by the liver and is an essential component in the clotting cascade. |
| Specimen |
Sodium Citrate Plasma |
| Container Type |
Light Blue Top Tube
|
| Methodology |
Thrombin Clotting Time, Clauss Method |
| Reference Range |
200-400 mg/dL |
| Stability |
4 days |
| Transport Temp |
Room Temperature or Refrigerate 2°-8° C |
| Instructions |
None |
| Days Performed |
Daily |
| Report Available |
1 day |
| NY State Available |
Yes |
| LOINC |
3255-7 |
| CPT Code |
85384 |
