Factor VII Functional Test

One of the proteins in the body that aids in blood clotting is factor VII. A factor-VII functional test is a blood examination that assesses Factor VII activity. A protein called factor VII binds to tissue factors to start the blood clotting process. Low levels of Factor VII in the blood may prevent blood clots from forming. The test is used to identify irregular blood coagulation.

Why is Factor VII Functional Test Done?

• Determining factor VII activity
• The identification of coagulation factor VII deficiency that is congenital
• To keep track of the efficacy of treatment for liver illnesses and congenital factor VII deficiency
• For assessing acquired deficiencies related to liver illness, oral anticoagulant treatment, and vitamin K deficiency
• To examine a prolonged prothrombin time

What is the procedure for the Factor VII Functional Test?

A blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm of the patient to conduct this test.

Risk Factors/ Side Effects

You may experience prickling while giving a blood sample.

Preparation

Notify your healthcare provider if you are taking blood-thinning medications.

Result 

Normal values of Factor-VII range between 50-200% of the reference value.

A lower value indicates the deficiency of Factor-VII

A severe deficiency results in bleeding in the GI tract, and brain, from the minor cut as well as during surgeries. That can be life-threatening.

Cost of Factor-VII Functional Test

The cost of a Factor-VII Functional Test near me in Delhi ranges from INR to INR