Coagulation Profile Test

A coagulation test is done to check one or more of the clotting factors in the body. Clotting factors are certain proteins in the blood that help form blood clots when required. The test allows doctors to see if there are missing clotting factors, too much or too few clotting factors and if the clotting ability of factors is not functioning properly.

Overview of the Coagulation Test

Coagulation factors are proteins found in the blood that prevent excessive bleeding by forming blood clots after an injury. The liver produces the maximum clotting factors in the body, but generally, these factors are turned-off to avoid forming abnormal blood clots. When a person gets hurt and starts bleeding, the coagulation system gets activated and plugs leaky blood vessels to prevent bleeding. There are different types of clotting factors crucial for forming blood clots. A coagulogram or coagulation test evaluates the blood’s ability to clot, and the time it takes in the clotting process. The test can help doctors assess the risk of extreme bleeding or developing clots (thrombosis) anywhere in the blood vessels.

A coagulation profile test can be booked at a nominal price from any diagnostic lab in India.

When is the Coagulation Profile Test Prescribed?

A major reason for a coagulation test is excessive and unexplained bleeding that does not stop. However, often health conditions can lead to poor blood coagulation. If a doctor suspects someone has a bleeding disorder, s/he may prescribe a blood coagulation test to make a diagnosis. Symptoms of a bleeding disorder are:

• Painful and swollen joints
• Easy bruising
• Nosebleeds
• Heavy menstrual periods
• Bleeding that does not stop, even after applying pressure to the wound
• Blood in the urine

In addition, a test for coagulation factors is also used to monitor those having problems with clotting factors or who take blood-thinning medicines to reduce the risk of blood clots.

Preparation for the Coagulation Profile Test

A coagulation profile blood test checks for the process and factors present in the haemostasis (the body’s normal reaction to a wound that causes bleeding). The test procedure is simple, where a healthcare professional will take a blood sample from a vein in one of your arms using a needle. While it is a simple test that needs no preparation, blood-thinning medicines can affect the test results. So, one must inform the doctor about all the supplements and medications they are taking at present.

Time Required for Coagulation Test Report + Next Steps

You can book a coagulogram or coagulation test at an affordable price from Max Lab. A lower or higher than the normal value of the coagulation profile or a missing clotting factor may indicate that a person has a blood disorder. The report at Max Lab is generated within the same or the next day of sample collection and can be downloaded from the website. Once the report is collected, it is advised to consult a doctor for guidance and proper treatment.