Factor VIII Inhibitor Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
Vital test for Hemophilia A patients to detect antibodies attacking replacement therapy, ensuring treatment protocol adjustments to maintain patient safety and bleeding control.
Scientific name: Factor VIII Inhibitor Screening
Factor VIII inhibiting antibody screening is a functional laboratory test that detects the presence and activity of inhibitory antibodies directed against factor VIII in blood plasma. These inhibitors neutralize the effectiveness of exogenous factor VIII therapy, leading to patient non-response to conventional treatment, which is one of the major t...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed analysis to diagnose the presence and measure the effectiveness of inhibitory antibodies to factor VIII.
- Consult a hematologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, but the sample must be taken before the next dose of factor VIII (at least 48-72 hours after the last therapeutic dose) to avoid interference with the therapeutic factor in the sample and to obtain an accurate result of the true inhibitor level.
- Blood is drawn into a tube containing sodium citrate (blue tube).
- The laboratory must be informed of the date and time of the last dose of Factor VIII received.
- The doctor may request a re-examination for confirmation if the result is positive for the first time.
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