Learn about two types of heparin: unfractionated heparin and low-molecular-weight heparin, reviewing their mechanism of action. Clinical assessment of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) is discussed, recalling how and when it occurs. Tests used for diagnosis and alternative treatments will also be discussed.
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At the completion of this course the reader will be able to:
- Name the two types of heparin and recall the properties of each.
- Describe the mechanism of action for heparin.
- Discuss the clinical assessment of Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT), recalling how and when it would occur.
- List the tests used for the diagnosis of HIT.
- List the alternative treatments for HIT.
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Course #: 20-706784
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Course #: 20-706784
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Approved | 511-102-23
Continuing Education Unlimited is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.
Approved | 511-102-23
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Our Laboratory courses are accepted by The California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services, when the course also has an ASCLS P.A.C.E. #.
Accrediting Agency #: 0001
| Hours | |
| 2.0 |
| Level | |
| Intermediate |
| Course Code | |
| H028 |
| Author | |
| M. Tomicic, et al. |
| Profession | |
| Laboratory |
| Category | |
| Hematology |
| Last Reviewed | |
| 04/01/2024 |
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