Thrombocyte Antibodies

LABOKLIN Service ID: 8054


There are two possible ways for the development of thrombocyte antibodies:

  • Autoantibodies against platelets are formed. Only in this case, a positive test result can be expected.
  • Platelet damage due to immune complex diseases can secondarily also lead to the formation of antibodies against platelets.

Material

EDTA blood or heparin blood 0.5 ml
(for the maximum age of the sample - country-specific - see submission form)

Method

Flow cytometry

Species list

Dog, cat

Duration

Reporting of results on the day the sample is received (Mon–Fri)

Remark

  • If possible, it is recommendable to send at least 1 ml EB as the required sample amount depends on the total platelet count.
  • evaluation: ≤ 10% negative, > 10% positive
  • Detection of platelet antibodies is also part of the Thrombocytopenia Profile.