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Can you check prothrombin time and partial thromboplastin by a simple blood test?
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Yes you can: It is a simple, common blood test. Some patients who need the test frequently can have home testing machines, too.
Answered 5/2/2015
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Yes: Coagulation, or clotting studies, such as protime and prothrombin time can be determined by a simple blood test.
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