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HelpTest Code GBETH General Factor Bethesda Units, Plasma
Reporting Name
General Factor Bethesda Units, PPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Detecting and quantifying the presence and titer of a specific factor inhibitor directed against a specific coagulation factor
Method Name
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
-ACBL / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Comprehensive, Plasma
-APROL / Prolonged Clot Time Profile, Plasma
-2INHE / Factor II Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-7INHE / Factor VII Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-10INE / Factor X Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-11INE / Factor XI Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
Optical Clot-Based
Ordering Guidance
If type of inhibitor is unknown, see APROL / Prolonged Clot Time Profile, Plasma.
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
-APROL / Prolonged Clot Time Profile, Plasma
-2INHE / Factor II Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-7INHE / Factor VII Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-10INE / Factor X Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-11INE / Factor XI Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
Specimen Type
Plasma Na CitSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma Na Cit | Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
-ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
-ACBL / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Comprehensive, Plasma
-APROL / Prolonged Clot Time Profile, Plasma
-2INHE / Factor II Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-7INHE / Factor VII Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-10INE / Factor X Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
-11INE / Factor XI Inhibitor Evaluation, Plasma
≤0.5 Bethesda Units
Interpretation
An interpretive report will be provided when testing is complete.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through FridayReport Available
2 to 5 daysTest Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
85335
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| GBETH | General Factor Bethesda Units, P | 13591-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 607434 | General Factor Bethesda Units, P | 13591-3 |