Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD19145Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Alpha 2-Antiplasmin
Also known as: Alpha-2 Plasmin Inhibitor
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Alpha‑2‑Antiplasmin inhibits the action of plasmin. Inherited deficiency may lead to bruising and bleeding. The test may also be useful in monitoring substitution therapy.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Alpha‑2‑Antiplasmin
OtherActivity • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Container
3.2% sodium citrate (light blue‑top) tube
Patient Preparation
Two‑hour fast recommended (since lipemia may interfere)
Storage Instructions
Frozen
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; Icterus; Lipemia; Heparin, Hirudin, paraproteins, uremia and increased levels of fibrinogen degradation products
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
| Frozen | 14 days |