Book a Test- Partial Thromboplastin Time (A.P.P.T)

The Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT) is a blood test used to evaluate the clotting ability of the blood. It measures the time it takes for blood to clot after the addition of a chemical that activates the clotting process. The APTT test is used to assess the intrinsic and common pathways of blood coagulation, which involve the interaction of various clotting factors. The APTT test is commonly used to monitor patients who are taking anticoagulant medications, such as heparin, to prevent blood clots. It is also used to diagnose bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia, and to investigate the cause of unexplained bleeding. A prolonged APTT result may indicate a problem with the blood's clotting ability, while a shortened result may indicate the presence of a clotting disorder. The test is typically performed on a blood sample, and the results are usually available within a few hours.