Non-Dosed INR

Pathology category

Haematology

Code

I

Referral code

Request form

Test information

Must be analysed within 24 hours of collection

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Sample transport should be at 4-25C and reach the laboratory ASAPPlease note: the samples must arrive the same day as collection otherwise they will be rejected by the laboratory

Reference range

0.8 – 1.2

Tube type

Tube type info

2.7ml blue top citrate1.8ml blue top citrate with white cover (paediatrics)

Special requirements

Minimum volume

1 tube minimum 90% full

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 hours

TAT GP/Outpatient

4 hours

Referral lab

local