Utilization of coagulation assays in clinical therapeutics

Authors

Goldie L. Peters, John Cochran Division, Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, VA St. Louis Healthcare System, St. Louis College of Pharmacy, St. Louis, Missouri.
P Benjamin Erwin
Matthew K. Pitlick
Zachary A. Stacy

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Pharmacotherapy

Abstract

With the emergence of new anticoagulants, clinicians need a thorough understanding of coagulation assays. Various laboratory assays exist to measure the effectiveness of anticoagulants. Coagulation assays are the primary method for measuring the effectiveness of anticoagulants; therefore, a comprehensive understanding of the various assays is critical to interpret the results appropriately. Coagulation test results can be affected by multiple factors including diseases, drugs, and genetic variations. This article reviews the indications, limitations, and interpretation of coagulation assays.

First Page

1214

Last Page

22

DOI

10.1002/phar.1283

Publication Date

11-1-2013

Recommended Citation

Peters, Goldie L.; Erwin, P Benjamin; Pitlick, Matthew K.; and Stacy, Zachary A., "Utilization of coagulation assays in clinical therapeutics" (2013). Pharmacy Practice Faculty Publications. 570. https://doi.org/10.1002/phar.1283
https://collections.uhsp.edu/pharm-practice_pubs/570