Coagulation Corner


Understanding the impact of ABO groups on coagulation is important in the assessment of both bleeding and clotting disorders.


Studying microplastics is difficult due to the challenges with isolating them and testing them in particular for the cardiovascular system and thrombosis/hemostasis.


It is important to manage stress for cardiovascular health and for physical and mental well-being. Taking steps to adopt stress reduction strategies including exercise, diet, sleep and stress management can make a difference in health outcomes.

GLP-1R agonists have the potential, at least in theory, to regulate platelet activation directly through the effect on platelet function and indirectly through the control of body weight and metabolism.


No food directly thins the blood the way that medications do, but it is important to be aware of what can enhance or minimize risk for a blood clot.

Being able to reference best practices and expert opinion will be important in ensuring optimum procedures, protocols and performance.

The purpose of World Thrombosis Day is to provide research and publications to increase awareness as well as the prevention and diagnosis of thrombotic conditions.

It is important to communicate with hematologists and to understand the patient population you are testing.

It is important for laboratories to understand and be aware of treatments for hemophilia A and B and how they can impact coagulation testing.


Balancing your choices and keeping triggers to a minimum will ensure that your platelet activation is kept in check.

"I have learned things about coagulation disorders, and I am not talking about from textbooks or documentaries, just in novels. It is amazing how disorders are worked into a story."