Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia Screen (HITS) (Blood)

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Testing Laboratory

Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland Hospital

Department

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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

HIT

Test Code (Numeric Code)

8555

Laboratory Handling

Sample Stability

Fresh separated serum: 6-hours at ambient (8-24°C) temperature.

Synonyms

Heparin-dependent platelet Ab,
HITS,
HITTS,
Anti-PF4 Antibody,
HIT Screen

Turnaround Time

1 day

Request must be approved by the Haematology Registrar or Haematology Consultant.

Specimen Type

  • Serum

Specimen Type

  • Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Plain (Red Top)
Preferred
  • Plain (Red Top)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

4.5

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Plain(Microtainer)

Last updated: 09/09/2026