Thrombophilia Testing
Discussions of Protein C and S, Antithrombin, factor V Leiden, Prothrombin G20210A, etc.
Lipoprotein (a) and Cardiovascular Risk
> Monday, February-18-2008
Along with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), lipoprotein (a) [LP (a)] is an independent atherosclerosis risk factor in middle-aged men. I'm currently preparing a series of thrombophilia modules for the web site, prompting me to "bone up" on LP (a), which has some peculiar characteristics.
Antithrombin Deficiency and INR
> Wednesday, December-05-2007
Cristina Granada asks, does antithrombin III deficiency (type 1) affect the INR? My antithrombin levels came back low but my INR came back at 1.17.
Type 2 Antithrombin Deficiency: Dr. Moll
> Tuesday, October-30-2007
As you can see, I've been stumped by Dr. Moll's question. I've reviewed assay menus for my favorite hemostasis laboratories...
Type 2 Antithrombin Deficiency: Dr. Stephan Moll, UNC
> Tuesday, October-16-2007
George, I noted your new website-blog. Interesting activity. I will challenge you with a question:
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