Serotonin Release Assay

Test Name
Serotonin Release Assay
Aliases
HITPR
Provincial Mnemonic
SERRI
LOINC Test Code
50733-5
Description and Primary Use
Used in heparin-induced thrombocytopenia diagnosis confirmation.
Reorder interval
Not yet defined
TAT
3-5 DAYS (sent as a stat test)
Test Cost
$36.00
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Approval requires:

Enter test name (and/or Provincial Mnemonic) into Test(s) to be performed section on the LTSA Form. Direct questions on how to order test to Specimen Dispatch (709-777-2373).

Required Consultations
Clinical Hematologist
Algorithms and Guidelines

N/A

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
Criteria for Rejection
Laboratory Service Area
Coagulation
Performing Laboratory / Site
Referred out of province
Last Updated
28-May-19