Investigations in acute VTE Flashcards by Paola borrelli | Brainscape

Q

What blds should be taken before starting LMWH?

A

FBC
U&Es
Clotting
LFTs

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Why testing for thrombophilia is not recommended in acute VTE?

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Antithrombin and protein C reduce in presence of VTE
Protein S falls in pregnancy
40% pregnancies can show an acquired activated protein C resistance
It won’t change the management of the acute event

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