Special Hemostasis & Thrombosis Laboratory
New Testing Now Available
The laboratory is now offering the Aspirin Resistance Assay and the P2Y12 Assay on the VerifyNow® Platform. These are simple, whole blood assays for the evaluation of platelet function in patients on aspirin or P2Y12 inhibitors such as Plavix®. These tests could benefit patients going to surgery, who have been taking aspirin or Plavix®, and had their anti-platelet therapy held prior to surgery. Preoperative testing can be used to document recovery of normal platelet function. These tests could also benefit patients on P2Y12 inhibitors or aspirin, to monitor drug resistance or patient adherence. Download the Platelet Test Requisition Form for ordering/collection instructions or the Platelet Test Descriptions for more information regarding all platelet tests available.
About the Lab
The Special Hemostasis & Thrombosis Lab, consisting of the Special Hemostasis Laboratory and Platelet Function Laboratory, is committed to providing the highest quality, comprehensive clinical testing available to aid in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of hematologic and platelet disorders. We're committed to applying scientific advances to promote efficiency, enhance patient care and improve clinical utility.
The Laboratories are integrated in a comprehensive Hematology Program in the Cancer & Blood Diseases Institute at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
The clinical laboratories are in compliance with all major regulatory agencies including:
