American Journal of Clinical Pathology · 1979 · 26 citations · 0 references
MedicineHematologyPathologyDiagnostic PathologyHemostasisImmunopathologyPlatelet ActivationPlatelet AggregationPlatelet FunctionPlatelet PhysiologyVon Willebrand DiseaseAssayAssay SpecificityPlatelet Activation AssaysVon Willebrand Disease DiagnosisVon Willebrand Factor Activity AssaysVon Willebrand Factor AntigenVon Willebrand Factor FunctionVon Willebrand Factor Physiology
An inexpensive assay for von Willebrand factor using microtitration plates, formalin-fixed platelets, and ristocetin is described. With this technic, the assay for von Willebrand factor is simple enough to be considered for use in any diagnostic laboratory for patients with prolonged bleeding times.