Platelet aggregometry and inherited platelet disorders
Familial ITP is very rare so if a FH exists, think about hereditary platelet disorders. Get historical plt counts and bleeding challenge history. Investigations: - FBC, film, coagulation, fibrinogen, von Willebrand screen, malaria screen, haematinics initially. - Platelet function testing – PFA 100 - uses whole blood. 2 cartridges with differing agonists. Read out is… Read More