Test Code LAB8060 Cryoprecipitate Request
Additional Codes
Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
---|---|---|
CRYOPRECIPITATE | LAB8060 | CRY |
Test Alias
CRYO, cryo
Useful For/Utility
Cryoprecipitate transfusions are indicated:
1. Fibrinogen <150 mg/dl with active bleeding, prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass or ECMO, or patient is pre-procedure
2. Hemophilia A or other documented Factor VIII deficiency, if specific factor concentrate is not available.
3. vonWillibrand disease with documented Factor VIII deficiency, if specific factor concentrate is not available.
4. Uremic bleeding with evidence of platelet dysfunction
Test Algorithm
An ABO/Rh must be completed within six months of the planned transfusion.
Clinical Information
Cryoprecipitate is a plasma derivative that is relatively enriched for fibrinogen, Factor VIII, vWF, fibronectin, and Factor XIII.
Specimen Requirements
Call Transfusion Services to request this test. Allow 30 minutes for thawing and pooling.
Additional Information:
1. Blood type and Rh are required before preparation.
2. Product expires 4 hours after thawing.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Upon request
Performing Laboratory
Essentia Health Laboratory-Transfusion Services
St. Joseph's Medical Center Lab, SMDC Clinical Lab, Virginia Hospital Lab, Fargo Hosital Lab, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Not applicable
Reference Values
Not applicable