Evaluation of the extrinsic coagulation system; aid in screening for congenital and acquired deficiencies of factors II, V, VII, X, and fibrinogen.
About this test
Test Details
Synonyms
Prothrombin Time Assay
Protime
PT
Test Includes
International normalized ratio (INR); prothrombin time.
Use
Evaluation of the extrinsic coagulation system; aid in screening for congenital and acquired deficiencies of factors II, V, VII, X, and fibrinogen.6-8 This test is used clinically for the therapeutic monitoring of warfarin (Coumadin®) anticoagulant therapy.
