Hemostasis Reference Laboratory

Antiplasmin

• Transaction Code: 3230-04
• CPT Code (Suggested): 85410

Alpha-2-antiplasmin, a naturally-occurring inhibitor of fibrinolysis, is measured using a chromogenic substrate. Levels are reduced in hereditary alpha-2-antiplasmin deficiency, a rare autosomal recessive bleeding disorder. Some heterozygous individuals (40-60%) have mild bleeding tendencies. Acquired deficiencies include liver disease, disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), and thrombolytic therapy.

• Sample Required: 0.5 ml frozen plasma x 2 or 1 blue top tube with 5 ml
• See Sample Requirements when ordered with other tests.
• Normal Range: 80-120%
• Analytic Time: Within 10 working days