ITC VerifyNow System Platelet Reactivity Test - Manual (Page 35)

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Patient Testing - 6
VerifyNow System User Manual | USA
6 Patient Testing
The VerifyNow System has been developed to provide a simple, accurate and reliable means to
measure platelet function from a patient’s blood sample. This section provides instructions on
performing the test procedure. The test procedure includes patient preparation, sample collection,
sample handling, preparing the instrument for use and running a test.
6.1 Patient Preparation
Laboratory testing was performed to determine the effects of several classes of drugs on VerifyNow
Aspirin, PRUTest, and IIb/IIIa results. In addition, laboratory and clinical testing were performed to
assess the effect of the levels of several blood constituents. Refer to the respective test package
insert for information to be considered for patients who are to be tested with the VerifyNow Test.