Evaluation of bleeding disorders
- 1 April 1998
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Postgraduate Medicine
- Vol. 103 (4) , 209-218
- https://doi.org/10.3810/pgm.1998.04.456
Abstract
A single, optimal screening laboratory test for hemostasis would evaluate vascular, platelet, coagulation, and fibrinolytic functions. Unfortunately, such a test does not exist. The key factor in determining the presence of a bleeding diathesis is obtaining a detailed patient history. Results of coagulation tests should always be interpreted in the context of such a history. Screening tests include platelet count, PTT, and PT. Subsequent investigations depend on the results of these tests.Keywords
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