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Rapid TEG (Thromboelastograph)
MessagePerformed in Coagulation
Test Code
RTEG
Preferred Specimen
NaCit, blue-top tube
Whole blood collected in a 3.2% Sodium Citrate tube - FULL TUBE required.
Whole blood collected in a 3.2% Sodium Citrate tube - FULL TUBE required.
Instructions
For samples drawn by venipuncture, use a 21-gauge needle. The first 3 mL of blood should not be used for TEG testing due to the possible contaminants in the sample during normal phlebotomy. Draw a discard tube if the only sample being drawn will be for TEG testing.
For line draws the first 7 mL of blood should be discarded.
For line draws the first 7 mL of blood should be discarded.
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
Must be tested withing 2 hours
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Whole blood samples not collected in a 3.2% sodium citrate tube
Underfilled of overfilled
Clotted specimens
Samples contaminated with tissue contaminants
Refrigerated, chilled on ice or frozen
Underfilled of overfilled
Clotted specimens
Samples contaminated with tissue contaminants
Refrigerated, chilled on ice or frozen
Reference Range
Clinical Significance
Provides a rapid functional measurement of clotting factors, platelets, and fibrinogen, providing a global view of clot rate, strength, and stability for patients at risk for coagulopathy. Primarily intended for use in trauma patients but may be considered in other situations requiring rapid assessment of coagulation.
