Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia Testing.
Clin Lab Med
; 44(3): 541-550, 2024 Sep.
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| ID: mdl-39089757
ABSTRACT
This article provides a comprehensive overview of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) with an emphasis on laboratory testing and advantages of automation. HIT is a critical condition arising from heparin exposure, leading to a contradictory combination of thrombocytopenia with an increased thrombosis risk. The article discusses HIT's history, clinical presentation, laboratory diagnosis, and management strategies. It highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration for effective diagnosis and treatment, underscoring advancements in technology and targeted therapies that are shaping future approaches to HIT management.
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Trombocitopenia
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Heparina
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Anticoagulantes
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2024
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