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If the request does not fulfill these criteria, the INR will not be performed.
Please contact the Dermatology Department with the result of your INR.
International Normalised Ratio (INR)
Warfarin (INR) and Heparin (APTT Ratio) The two most common anticoagulants Warfarin and Unfractionated Heparin are monitored via the INR and APTT Ratio
A clotting screen is not a suitable test request to monitor patients on unfractionated, fractionated heparin (APTT ratio) or on Warfarin (INR).
If you are currently taking warfarin, you must have an INR blood test within the week before your TOE appointment.
Ticagrelor Tirofiban Warfarin Initiation Warfarin 'Bridging' Protocol - Management of Warfarin During Elective Procedures Warfarin: Management of high INR
DALTEPARIN) for elective procedures Warfarin 'Bridging' Protocol (ENOXAPARIN) for elective procedures (non-pregnant adults) Warfarin: Management of high INR
If you take warfarin, you will be asked to visit your GP, 3 to 5 days before your surgery to have your INR checked.
If you take warfarin, you will be asked to make an appointment at your GP’s surgery, 3 to 5 days before your surgery date, to have your INR tested.