FACTOR V FUNCTIONAL Test – Cost, Symptoms, Diagnosis

Are you experiencing symptoms related to abnormal blood clotting? The Factor V Functional Test offered by DNA Labs UAE can help diagnose and monitor conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism. In this blog, we will discuss the cost of the test, its components, sample condition, test method, and more.

Test Name: FACTOR V FUNCTIONAL Test

Components: 3 mL whole blood in 1 Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tube

Price: 750.0 AED

Sample Condition: Mix thoroughly by inversion. Transport to Lab within 4 hours. If this is not possible, make Platelet Poor Plasma (PPP) within 1 hour of collection. Centrifuge the sample at 3600 rpm for 15 minutes, transfer supernatant to a clean plastic tube. Centrifuge the supernatant again at 3600 rpm for 15 minutes and finally transfer the supernatant (PPP) to a labeled, clean plastic screw capped vial. Freeze immediately. Ship frozen. Overnight fasting is preferred. Duly filled Coagulation Requisition Form (Form 15) is mandatory.

Report Delivery

Sample to be received by 9 am on Thursday, and the report will be delivered the next day.

Method: Electromechanical Clot Detection

Test Type: Disorders of Coagulation

Doctor: Hematologist

Test Department

Pre Test Information

Overnight fasting is preferred. Duly filled Coagulation Requisition Form (Form 15) is mandatory. It is recommended that the patient discontinues Heparin for 1 day and Oral Anticoagulants for 7 days prior to sampling as these drugs may affect test results. Discontinuation should be with prior consent from the treating Physician.

Test Details

The Factor V Functional Test is a blood test that measures the activity of factor V, a protein involved in the blood clotting process. This test is used to evaluate the function of factor V and to diagnose or monitor conditions related to abnormal blood clotting, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.

During the test, a blood sample is collected from a vein in the arm and sent to a laboratory for analysis. In the lab, the sample is mixed with chemicals that activate the clotting process. The time it takes for a clot to form is measured, and this clotting time is compared to a normal range to determine the activity of factor V.

A normal result indicates that factor V is functioning properly, while an abnormal result may suggest a deficiency or abnormality in factor V activity. Depending on the specific result and clinical symptoms, further testing or treatment may be recommended.

It is important to note that the Factor V Functional Test is different from the Factor V Leiden Mutation Test, which is a genetic test that detects a specific mutation in the factor V gene that increases the risk of abnormal blood clotting.

If you are experiencing symptoms related to abnormal blood clotting, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional and consider getting the Factor V Functional Test. DNA Labs UAE offers this test at a cost of 750.0 AED. Early detection and proper diagnosis can help in managing and treating these conditions effectively.