HEME

Question 1

What is R time (TEG) and normal values

Answer 1

time to start forming a clot; 4-8 minutes

Question 2

Abnormal R time indicates a problem with what, and what is the treatment?

Answer 2

Coagulation factors; tx with FFP

Question 3

What is K time (TEG) and normal values

Answer 3

Time until clot reaches a fixed strength; 1-3 min

Question 4

What does an abnormal K time indicate a problem with and what is the treatment?

Answer 4

Fibrinogen; tx with Cryo

Question 5

What is alpha angle (TEG) and normal values

Answer 5

Speed of fibrin accumulation; 53-72 degrees

Question 6

What does an abnormal alpha angle indicate and what is the treatment?

Answer 6

Fibrinogen; tx with Cryo

Question 7

What does an abnormal maximal amplitude on a TEG indicate and what is the treatment?

Answer 7

Platelets; tx with platelets/DDAVP

Question 8

What does an abnormal LY30 indicate and what is the treatment?

Answer 8

Excess fibrinolysis; tx with TXA and/or aminocaproic acid