Order Name CH9 Chromogenic Factor IX Activity Assay, Plasma
Ordering Guidance
Coagulation testing is highly complex, often requiring the performance of multiple assays and correlation with clinical information. For that reason, ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma is recommended.
Necessary Information
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Platelet-poor plasma
Collection Container/Tube: Light-blue top (3.2% sodium citrate)
Submission Container/Tube: Polypropylene vial preferred
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. For complete instructions, see Coagulation Guidelines for Specimen Handling and Processing
2. Centrifuge, transfer all plasma into a plastic vial, and centrifuge plasma again.
3. Aliquot plasma into a separate plastic vial leaving 0.25 mL in the bottom of centrifuged vial.
4. Freeze plasma immediately (no longer than 4 hours after collection) at -20° C or, ideally, at -40° C or below.
Additional Information:
1. Double-centrifuged specimen is critical for accurate results as platelet contamination may cause spurious results.
2. Each coagulation assay requested should have its own vial.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Coagulation Test Request (T753) with the specimen.
Secondary ID
65029Useful For
Monitoring coagulation factor replacement therapy of selected extended half-life coagulation factor replacements
Aiding in the diagnosis of hemophilia B using a 2-stage assay, especially when a 1-stage assay was normal
Testing Algorithm
This assay is indicated in situations where there is a clinical suspicion of hemophilia B diagnosis, when the 1-stage assay is normal. However, this assay is also recommended for accurate classification of hemophilia B.
For more information see Hemophilia Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Reporting Name
Chromogenic FIX, PSpecimen Type
Plasma Na CitSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Plasma Na Cit | Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
65-140%
Chromogenic factor IX activity generally correlates with the one-stage FIX activity. In full term/premature neonates, infants, children, and adolescents the one-stage FIX activity* is similar to adults. However, no similar data for chromogenic FIX activity are available.(Appel IM, Grimminck B, Geerts J, Stigter R, Cnossen MH, Beishuizen A. Age dependency of coagulation parameters during childhood and puberty. J Thromb Haemost. 2012;10(11):2254-2263)
*See Pediatric Hemostasis References section in Coagulation Guidelines for Specimen Handling and Processing
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
85130
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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CH9 | Chromogenic FIX, P | 88449-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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CH9 | Chromogenic FIX, P | 88449-4 |
Method Name
Chromogenic