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In what scenarios do you use a chromogenic factor X assay in adjusting INR goals for patients on warfarin?

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When do you use chromogenic factor X assays for warfarin monitoring?

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Hematology · University of Wisconsin
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I do not use this method. It has been suggested that such assays be used in patients with lupus-type inhibitors who have significantly prolonged prothrombin times at baseline. In this setting, if the INR is "therapeutic," one would confirm an adequate warfarin effect if the factor X activity was in ...

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Hematology · Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
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I also do not use this method, although, as noted below, it has been described in cases of lupus anticoagulant with baseline INR prolongation.

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