Heparin Induced Platelet Antibody

Test Name

Heparin Induced Platelet Antibody

LIS Code

HIPA

Lab Section

Specimen Processing Area

Fluid Type

Serum

Specimen Tube Type Transport

Non Gel Red Top

Container Whole Blood Required

7 ml whole blood in a Non Gel Red Top

Summary Test Name

Heparin Induced Platelet Antibody

Minimum Volume

Two aliquots, each with 0.5 ml

Specimen Transport

Frozen

Specimen Preparation In House

Spin, separate, freeze in two aliquots until shipped

Reference Value

Accompanies report

Additional Test Information

If indicated, additional testing by Serotonin Release will be performed