With i-STAT ACT, healthcare professionals can measure the time required for complete activation of the coagulation cascade. i-STAT ACT is similar to traditional ACT tests except that the endpoint is indicated by a chemical measurement of the presence of thrombin instead of a mechanical measurement of a physical clot. i-STAT ACT provides clinicians a with-patient ACT test that is more reliable and reproducible, enabling more accurate heparin dose adjustments.
In a study that compared the precision and reliability of i-STAT Kaolin ACT with Hemochron Signature Elite and Medtronic ACT Plus, i-STAT ACT demonstrated better performance and was less susceptible to external factors such as temperature, dilution, hematocrit, fibrinogen levels and user technique.
| Coagulation |
| ACT Celite® |
The i-STAT Celite Activated Clotting Time (CeliteACT) test is an in vitro diagnostic test that uses fresh, whole blood, and is useful for monitoring patients receiving heparin for treatment of pulmonary embolism or venous thrombosis, and for monitoring anticoagulation therapy in patients undergoing medical procedures such as catheterization, cardiac surgery, surgery, organ transplant, and dialysis.
| Coagulation |
| Reportable Range | |
| ACT Celite® | 50-1000 seconds |
Celite is a registered trademark of Celite Corporation, Santa Barbara, CA, for its diatomaceous earth products.
Reference ranges (sometimes referred to as normal ranges) in the default Customization profile are derived from the literature and are listed in the can be found behind login on the i-STAT Cartridge and Test Information (CTI) Sheets/Instructions for Use (IFU) page. This page is only accessible to registered i-STAT customers.
| i-STAT System | Code |
|---|---|
i-STAT ACTc |
03P86-25 |
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