The pro-time (PT) has traditionally been used. Currently, variations in the reagents used to conduct the test are corrected by using a math formula and are expressed as an international normalized ratio (INR).
Prothrombin time (proh-THROM-bin), also known as pro time, is a test used to diagnose conditions associated with abnormalities of clotting time and to monitor anticoagulant therapy.
Prothrombin Time ?
sedimentation rate
prothrombin time
Medical terms associated with clotting include thrombus, coagulation, and anticoagulant. The word "cascade" indicates the chain of chemical events involved with clotting.
An anticoagulant
A substance that prevents or slows the clotting of blood is called an anticoagulant.
An anticoagulant antagonist counters the effect of an anticoagulant, making it so that the medication can no longer stop clotting.
An anticoagulant stops the blood from clotting.
Stops blood from clotting.
"anticoagulant"
Clotting time is important because it helps assess the body's ability to form blood clots efficiently. Abnormal clotting times can indicate bleeding disorders or increased risk of thrombosis. Monitoring clotting time is crucial in determining the effectiveness of anticoagulant therapy and guiding appropriate medical management.
If they have a history of having blood clots is a main reason. Possibly stroke, but I'm not positive. It just reduces the clotting factors in your blood.
EDTA functions as an anticoagulant.
act as anticoagulant to prevent clotting