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Mohammad Algahtani1, Stan Heptinstall1
1Division of Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK.
Future Cardiology
|December 20, 2016
Summary
This study reviews methods for assessing platelet reactivity, including aggregation and activation markers like P-selectin. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of these platelet function tests for clinical use.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Clinical Chemistry
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Platelet reactivity assessment is crucial in various clinical settings.
- Traditional methods involved platelet aggregation assays.
- Advancements have led to point-of-care and remote testing capabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of current platelet reactivity assessment approaches.
- To evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different testing methods.
- To describe clinical applications of platelet function testing.
Main Methods:
- Review of established and emerging platelet function assays.
- Comparative analysis of aggregation, P-selectin expression, and vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein phosphorylation.
- Assessment of suitability for point-of-care and remote testing.
Main Results:
- Multiple methods exist for assessing platelet reactivity, each with unique benefits and drawbacks.
- P-selectin measurement offers a remote testing alternative.
- Vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein phosphorylation is emerging for remote applications.
Conclusions:
- The choice of platelet function test depends on clinical needs and available resources.
- Technological advancements are expanding the accessibility and application of platelet reactivity testing.
- Understanding these methods is key for effective clinical decision-making.
