Most specific test in diagnosing HIT:

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Chrismel 170 July 13, 2021 0 Comments

Most specific test in diagnosing HIT:
a. ELISA b. Serotonin release assay
c. Prolonged PT/APTT d. Prothrombin fragment 1.2 level

score 0 · Answer 1 · 2024-08-22T10:19:53+00:00

The most specific test for diagnosing HIT (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia) is:

b. Serotonin release assay.

This assay detects platelet activation by antibodies, confirming HIT with high specificity.