What Is the Best Test to Perform If a Patient's

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the best test to perform if a patient's PTT does not rise after the typical heparin dose?

• A)immunoassay for anticardiolipin antibody
• B)lipoprotein(a) assay
• C)chromogenic antithrombin
• D)mixing studies

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