What tests should be performed on a regular basis on patients receiving therapeutic heparin?

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Regular monitoring of PTT (partial thromboplastin time) and platelet count is recommended for patients receiving therapeutic heparin to ensure the drug is achieving the desired anticoagulant effect without causing excessive bleeding or platelet destruction. PT (prothrombin time) and factor assays are not routinely monitored in patients receiving heparin. Hematocrit and white count may be monitored for other reasons but not specifically to assess the effect of heparin therapy.

What Tests Should Be Performed on a Regular Basis on Patients