Possible Heparin Reactivity Issue Causing Discrepant ACT results in Cath Lab
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Our cardiologists have told us that the ACT results on the i-STAT are discrepant, but then mentioned that there was also a possible problem with the reactivity of the heparin being used nationwide. Of course, they couldn't tell us which patients were involved. We're having them document the lot number of heparin that is being used, in addition to notifying us when the situation occurs.
Has anyone heard of any problems with heparin reactivity or had any problem with discrepant ACT testing on the i-STAT recently?
Thanks!
Linda
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If the problem is the heparin source and using different lot numbers of heparin, then the ACT will be affected with every method of ACT testing.
Include me also please.
I would be interested in the study also. We use the Hemochrons Signature Elites for both ACT Plus & ACT LR.
karla.walkling@va.gov
Thank you.
Linda, I will like to receive a copy as well. maria.somoza@wchn.org
thanks!
To date, we have not had complaints from anyone about the ACT-LR results on the Signature Elite, but I would love to see a copy of the study. My email address is
sjohns45@hfhs.org
Thank you!
Stephanie Johnson
POCT Coordinator HFAH
We have 2 iSTATs in our I.R. and had a couple of issues last year with complaints for the ACT results. I would also love a copy of your study.
Kathy.andrews@horizonnb.ca
Kathy Andrews MLT, RT
Point of Care Coordinator / Coordinatrice des Analyses Hors Laboratoire
Moncton & Miramichi Area / Régions de Moncton et Miramichi
Horizon Health Network / Reseau de Sante Horizon
kathy.andrews@horizonnb.ca
I would love a copy of your study please. Tere.vazquez@piedmont.org
Ashlee, I would appreciate a copy of your study. My address is maureen.reynolds@thechristhospital.com
Ashlee, I too would love to have a copy of your study.
sue.allen @ascension.org
Thank you for sharing your work.
Hello Ashlee,
I would also like to have a copy of your Heparin study. Thanks in advance for sharing your work with the group.
Tscuff@mercy.com
Hi Ashlee,
I would also like a copy of your study.
Thank you
kristy.stanbro@ahn.org
So far no one has complained, we have Hemochron Sig Elite but i really would like a copy of the study. Being informed and ready is always helpful.
Thank you
Patty
Patricia.Brish@va.gov
Hi Ashlee!
I would also like to see the study :)
catherine.acklen@healthnetworklabs.com
Thanks so much
Good Morning Ashlee,
I would also like to have a copy of your Heparin study.
Really appreciated,
Cherlyn
Cherlyn.bynum@uphs.upenn.edu
Hi-
Could I please have a copy of the Heparin study. My email is woodwars@musc.edu
Thanks, Shea