CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
ANTICOAGULATION
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About INR:
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INR is monitored when taking standard heparin
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The INR is monitored when taking AVK
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It is measured by comparing the clotting time of a patient to that of a control subject.
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The target INR depends on the pathology
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Target INR is always 1
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The international normalised ratio (INR) blood test tells you how long it takes for your blood to clot. A test called the prothrombin time (PT) actually measures how quickly your blood clots.
Detailed explanation-2: -The INR is found using the results of the prothrombin time (PT) test. This measures the time it takes for your blood to clot. The INR is an international standard for the PT.
Detailed explanation-3: -Your doctor will tell you what INR you should be aiming for. This is called the target INR range. Your target INR range will depend on the condition being treated. Atrial fibrillation (AF) – for most people with AF, the target INR range is from 2–3.
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