Thrombotic Risk Screen Test
Short Name: Thrombotic Risk Screen
Also known as: Thrombophilia Screen, Hypercoagulability Panel
Thrombotic Risk Screen Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹17,500. Uses Chromogenic, Immunoturbidimetry, Electromechanical Clot Detection on Whole Blood samples. Results in Reports available in 1 week.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Thrombotic Risk Screen Test is to evaluate the functionality and levels of key coagulation inhibitors: Protein C Functional activity, Free Protein S antigen, Antithrombin Activity Functional, and Activated Protein C Resistance (APCR). These parameters help identify inherited or acquired deficiencies that increase the risk of thrombotic events, guiding clinical management and preventive care.
- Test Code
- 4
- Price
- ₹17,500
- Sample Type
- Whole Blood
- Result Time
- Reports available in 1 week.
- Fasting Required
- Yes
- Method
- Chromogenic, Immunoturbidimetry, Electromechanical Clot Detection
Sample Collection
Overnight fasting is preferred. Duly filled Coagulation Requisition Form (Form 15) is mandatory. It is recommended that patient discontinues Heparin for 1 day and Oral Anticoagulants for 7 days prior to sampling, with prior consent from the treating physician.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Blood is drawn via venipuncture into specified tubes and mixed by inversion.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to prevent bruising. Avoid heavy lifting for a few hours.
Timeline: Reports available in 1 week.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Thrombotic Risk Screen Test is to evaluate the functionality and levels of key coagulation inhibitors: Protein C Functional activity, Free Protein S antigen, Antithrombin Activity Functional, and Activated Protein C Resistance (APCR). These parameters help identify inherited or acquired deficiencies that increase the risk of thrombotic events, guiding clinical management and preventive care.
How to Prepare
- Collect 6 mL whole blood in 2 Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tubes.
- Mix thoroughly by inversion.
- Transport to lab within 4 hours; if delayed, prepare platelet-poor plasma (PPP) within 1 hour and freeze immediately.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This test is crucial for evaluating inherited or acquired thrombophilia, helping guide preventive strategies against life-threatening clots."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Hemolyzed samples
- Improper collection or labeling
- Insufficient sample volume
- Not transported within stability period
Understanding Your Results
Protein C Functional
Protein S antigen Free
Antithrombin Activity Functional
APCR
Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like persistent leg swelling, shortness of breath, or chest pain, or if test results are abnormal.
Limitations
- ⚠May not detect all genetic or acquired thrombophilias
- ⚠Results can be affected by concurrent medications
- ⚠Does not replace comprehensive clinical evaluation
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising at puncture site
- ●Rarely, dizziness or fainting
Interfering Factors
- ●Heparin therapy (discontinue for 1 day prior)
- ●Oral anticoagulants (discontinue for 7 days prior with physician consent)
- ●Recent thrombotic events
- ●Inflammation or infection
Compare With Similar Tests
| Test | Thrombotic Risk Screen Test | D-dimer Test | Prothrombin Time (PT) | Factor V Leiden Mutation Test | Antiphospholipid Antibody Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison | Thrombotic Risk Screen Test |
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