Fibrinogen Activity Test

Fibrinogen helps blood clot. Fibrinogen is an acute phase reactant, meaning that fibrinogen concentrations may rise sharply in any condition or situation that causes inflammation. Elevated concentrations of fibrinogen are not specific — they do not tell the doctor the cause or location of the disturbance. Usually these elevations in the fibrinogen blood level are temporary, returning to normal after the underlying condition has been resolved. High levels of fibrinogen can promote heart disease. Low levels and promote internal bleeding and is seen the those who bruise easily.

What’s Being Tested:

• Fibrinogen Activity
  

Fasting: No

Specimen Type: Blood (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)