STEP 536: Coagulation Conundrums: Lab Evaluation of Acquired Coagulopathies (CE: 1.0)

Article Overview:

Explore acquired coagulopathies and lab testing strategies to enhance diagnosis, interpretation, and clinical communication in complex bleeding and thrombotic disorders.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the common causes and pathophysiology of acquired coagulopathies.
  • Interpret standard and advanced coagulation tests, including aPTT, PT/INR, D-dimer, and viscoelastic assays.
  • Differentiate between coagulopathy patterns in liver disease, DIC, vitamin K deficiency, and anticoagulant therapy.

Additional Information

Author(s)Shaughn Nalezinski, DCLS, MS, MLS(ASCP)cmSBBcm, MLS(AMT)
Relevant CertificationsMedical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Launch Date2025
Enrollment Expiration180 days after purchase
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course Start Date: 
01/09/2026
Course End Date: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$7.50
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$7.50
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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