Laboratory results that predict arterial thrombosis.

摘要

This focus section reviews the laboratory markets now available for predicting the risk of cardiovascular disease. The three most often ordered are: fibrinogen, described by David Golec of Esoterix Coagulation; homocysteine, reviewed by Paige Macy of Esoterix Coagulation; and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, reviewed by George Fritsma of the University of Alabama at Birmingham coagulation service. Following is a brief review of cardiovascular disease.