{"product_id":"anti-thrombin","title":"Anti Thrombin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntithrombin (AT III) Test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a blood test used to measure the level or activity of antithrombin, a natural protein that helps regulate blood clotting by preventing excessive clot formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis test helps healthcare professionals investigate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntithrombin Deficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a condition that may increase the risk of developing abnormal blood clots. It is commonly used in the evaluation of suspected inherited or acquired blood clotting disorders, particularly in individuals with recurrent or unexplained thrombosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does This Test Check?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures antithrombin activity or levels in the blood, depending on the laboratory method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps investigate inherited or acquired Antithrombin Deficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports the evaluation of unexplained or recurrent blood clots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay assist in investigating conditions such as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps assess patients with a personal or family history of abnormal blood clotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides additional diagnostic information alongside other thrombophilia and coagulation investigations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blood collected in a Sodium Citrate Tube (PT Vial).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired Quantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To be confirmed by the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepartment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hematology \/ Coagulation (subject to laboratory confirmation).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatient Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFasting is generally not required for the Antithrombin Test unless instructed by your doctor or laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInform your healthcare provider if you have a history of blood clots or inherited clotting disorders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInform your doctor about any medications you are currently taking, particularly heparin, warfarin, or direct oral anticoagulants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not discontinue prescribed blood-thinning medications unless specifically advised by your doctor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInform your healthcare provider if you have recently experienced a blood clot, undergone surgery, or been diagnosed with a serious illness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow any specific sample collection and timing instructions provided by the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Antithrombin Test helps evaluate the body's natural ability to regulate blood clotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow Antithrombin result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may indicate reduced antithrombin activity or concentration, potentially increasing the risk of abnormal blood clot formation. Low levels may occur due to inherited Antithrombin Deficiency or acquired conditions such as liver disease, nephrotic syndrome, or disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enormal Antithrombin result\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e generally indicates that the measured antithrombin level or activity is within the laboratory's reference range. However, a normal result does not rule out all blood clotting disorders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntithrombin testing may include two different methods:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntithrombin Activity Test:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measures how effectively antithrombin functions in controlling blood clotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntithrombin Antigen Test:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measures the amount of antithrombin protein present in the blood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact method used for this test should be confirmed with the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTesting during an acute blood clotting event or while taking certain anticoagulant medications may affect results. Repeat testing may be recommended when clinically appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional investigations, such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtein C, Protein S, Factor V Leiden, Prothrombin Gene Mutation, and other coagulation tests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, may be recommended depending on the patient's clinical condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults should be interpreted by a healthcare professional alongside symptoms, medical history, family history, medications, and other relevant investigations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReporting Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To be confirmed by the laboratory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease confirm test availability and sample collection requirements with the laboratory before booking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Pharmacy Global Pakistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68025776865532,"sku":"LAB-071","price":6900.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.londonpharmacy.com.pk\/products\/anti-thrombin","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}