Test ID VWFMP von Willebrand Factor Multimer Analysis, Plasma
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
ALUPP / Lupus Anticoagulant Profile, Plasma
ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
AVWPR / von Willebrand Disease Profile, Plasma
Reporting Name
von Willebrand Factor Multimer, PSpecimen Type
Plasma Na CitSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma Na Cit | Frozen | 42 days |
Report Available
7 to 14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| VWFMP | von Willebrand Factor Multimer, P | 32217-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 604411 | von Willebrand Factor Multimer, P | 32217-2 |
| 604412 | VWF Multimer Interpretation | 48595-3 |
Useful For
As a reflex component of several coagulation consultation unit codes, when indicated
When results of complementary laboratory tests are abnormally low or discordant (eg, F8A / Coagulation Factor VIII Activity Assay, Plasma; VWACT / von Willebrand Factor Activity, Plasma; and VWAG / von Willebrand Factor Antigen, Plasma)
To subtype von Willebrand disease (VWD) (primarily identify variants of type 2 VWD)
As an aid in determining appropriate treatment
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
85247
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
ALUPP / Lupus Anticoagulant Profile, Plasma
ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
AVWPR / von Willebrand Disease Profile, Plasma
An interpretive report will be provided.
Method Name
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see:
ALUPP / Lupus Anticoagulant Profile, Plasma
ALBLD / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Limited, Plasma
ACBL / Bleeding Diathesis Profile, Comprehensive, Plasma
AVWPR / von Willebrand Disease Profile, Plasma
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