Question 1

how low would a patient's protein c activity level has to be before an ob will put her on lovenox (enoxaparin)? if pt also mthfr homo c677t, does it change the tx?

Accepted Answer

Need history: A doctor would need to factor in the patient's past obstetrical and medical history to make a definitive decision. MTHFR Homozygotes should be treated with Lovenox (enoxaparin) or Heparin during pregnancy especially if they have an elevated fasting Homocysteine. If the Protein C was tested during pregnancy then the results are not reliable. If tested appropriately and it was low then treatment is indicated.

Question 2

tested for anti cardiolipin igm is negative(0.7) but igg is positive (54.8) normal range of lupus anticoagulant, protein s and protein c activity help?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: I am not sure I understand the question.  I suspect you are being evaluated for a blood clotting disorder and you have an elevated anticardiolipin IgG.  One test however does not make the diagnosis of anti-phospholipid syndrome.

Question 3

i got test back that said my fibringen activity antithrobin iii protein c protein c antigen were high watch would that mean thank u?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: None of these labs being higher than normal value are clinically problematic. You did not say why the labs were done; i assume you must have an abnormal clot. Low at-iii and low protein c can be related to abnormal clotting.

Question 4

what does it mean when elevated levels of protein c and protein s ?

Accepted Answer

See below : These are blood tests that we usually do to screen people who we think have a predisposition to have blood clots. By themselves they don't mean anything as normal people can have elevated levels. If you have a strong family history of blood clots or if u have had a blood clot yourself then this test could have significance. The best thing to do would be to discuss with a hematologist.

Question 5

my protein c levels are elevated to 213%. also my hexagonal phospholipid neutralization came back positive. i had a massive pe and not sure what's up ?

Accepted Answer

You have a tendency: to form clots, it is an autoimmune phenomenon.  Stay on anticuagulation and see rheumatologist regularly, you will be OK

Question 6

does having an elevated protein c lab indicative of cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Minimal elevations mean nothing. Reference ranges are set so that a few percent of healthies fall outside on either end.

Question 7

hi i recently had testing do to a miscarriage. my protein c level was elevated at a value of 202. also my anti thrombin 3 was elevated value 126. what if any underlying conditions will cause elevation. i have been told to follow up with a rheumatologist.

Accepted Answer

Autoimmune disorders: There are numerous autoimmune disorders that can contribute to increased risk of miscarriage. In addition there may be abnormal clotting disorders related to protein C &amp; thrombin. A thorough evaluation with a specialist in autoimmune disorders is recommended to avoid a recurrence. Best of luck.

Question 8

whay does it mean if my protein c functional is high?

Accepted Answer

Practically none: From a "coagulation" stand point, a low protein c is clinically  significant i.e. Increased risk of clots and possibly risk of miscarriage. Protein c deficiency is rare. High protein c does not directly cause medical problems/ not medically significant.

Question 9

what are protein c and protein s tests?

Accepted Answer

Tests for clotting: People whose blood tends to clot excessively can have deep vein thrombosis (clots in veins in the legs or abdomen) or pulmonary emboli (clots that travel to the lungs).  A deficiency of protein c or protein s, among other things, can  cause excess clotting. Tests for protein c or s are used to diagnose levels of these proteins in the blood.

Question 10

dear sir, what is protein c and protein s 
i need your info about it?

Accepted Answer

Blood coagulation: Protein C and S work together in regulating the clotting of blood. These proteins are important in controlling the amount of blood clot formation inside blood vessels. Deficiency of either can lead to venous blood clot formation. Deficiencies of both are not that common.

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Elevated protein c activity

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How low would a patient's protein c activity level has to be before an ob will put her on lovenox (enoxaparin)? if pt also mthfr homo c677t, does it change the tx?

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Tested for anti cardiolipin igm is negative(0.7) but igg is positive (54.8) normal range of lupus anticoagulant, protein s and protein c activity help?

A member asked:

I got test back that said my fibringen activity antithrobin iii protein c protein c antigen were high watch would that mean thank u?

A member asked:

What does it mean when elevated levels of protein c and protein s ?

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My protein c levels are elevated to 213%. also my hexagonal phospholipid neutralization came back positive. i had a massive pe and not sure what's up ?

A member asked:

Does having an elevated protein c lab indicative of cancer?

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Hi i recently had testing do to a miscarriage. my protein c level was elevated at a value of 202. also my anti thrombin 3 was elevated value 126. what if any underlying conditions will cause elevation. i have been told to follow up with a rheumatologist.

A member asked:

Whay does it mean if my protein c functional is high?

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What are protein c and protein s tests?

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Dear sir, what is protein c and protein s i need your info about it?

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