Oct

10

2021

What are 2 types of antibody tests for diagnosing heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?

By William Aird

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What are 2 types of antibody tests for diagnosing heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?

  • Immunoassays that detect presence of antibodies to platelet factor (anti-PF4/heparin antibodies).
  • Functional assays – such as the serotonin release assay – that detect anti-PF4/heparin antibodies capable of activating platelets.

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