Specimen Requirements
Title
Fibrinogen Antigen
Specimen Requirement
Collect light blue top, gently invert 8x immediately after collection, send whole blood refrigerated.
Overnight fasting is required.
Methodology
Nephelometry
Stability
Room temp: Unacceptable, Refrigerated: 8 days, Frozen: 90 days
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
4-6 days performed Monday, Thursday
Clinical Use
Low levels of fibrinogen are associated with bleeding most commonly secondary to liver disease or disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Fibrinogen is an acute phase reactant and thus elevated levels may be associated with inflammation. Increased concentrations are also associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis.
Test Code
FAGW