Gesamtkoagulationspotenzials

Gesamtkoagulatat is a medical term that refers to an electrochemical test used to measure the total amount of coagulation proteins in a blood sample. It is also known as the Thrombin time, but more specifically it measures all the coagulable proteins (coagulins) in the blood. The test is typically performed on a sample of blood plasma and is used to assess the coagulation status of a patient.

The Gesamtkoagulatat test measures the coagulation time of blood, which is the time it takes for blood to clot. It does this by adding a thrombin solution to a sample of blood plasma and measuring the length of time it takes for the blood to clot. The test is useful in diagnosing bleeding disorders and assessing the effectiveness of anticoagulant therapy.

There are several different methods used to perform the Gesamtkoagulatat test, including the classical citrate tube method and the turbidimetric method. The results of the test are reported in seconds and are used to help diagnose coagulation disorders such as hemophilia and bleeding tendency.

Normal results for the Gesamtkoagulatat test vary depending on the laboratory performing the test and the age of the patient. However, a prolonged clotting time may indicate a bleeding disorder or a problem with the blood's ability to coagulate. Abnormal results may require further diagnostic testing to determine the underlying cause.

Gesamtkoagulatat is an important tool in the diagnosis and management of coagulation disorders. It provides valuable information about a patient's coagulation status and helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about treatment.