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Test Code
REPTL
Test Name
Reptilase Time
CPT Codes
85635
Expected Turnaround Time
4 - 7 days
Clinical Utility
Diagnosis of fibrinogen deficiency, both congenital and acquired, as well as screen for dysfibrinogenemia. Normal values for reptilase time when thrombin time is prolonged suggests the presence of heparin or a direct thrombin inhibitor.
Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Plasma

Collection Container: 1 Full Light Blue Top (Sodium Citrate)  

Collection Instructions

Blood should be collected in a blue-top tube containing 3.2% buffered sodium citrate. Evacuated collection tubes must be filled to completion to ensure a proper blood-to-anticoagulant ratio.

Processing and Submission Instructions
Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory frozen.

Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

4 hours

Frozen

Platelet poor plasma: 14 days 

Causes for Rejection
  • Clotted specimen
  • Tube not properly filled
  • Specimen thawed in transit
  • Sample past stability
Methodology
Mechanical Clot Detection
Reference Intervals
SexAgeReference IntervalUnit
FemaleAll Age Groups0-20.0sec
MaleAll Age Groups0-20.0sec
Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Testing Schedule
Routine, 2 times per week