Von Willebrand Factor, Plasma Test
- Category
- Blood Clotting
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 9 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
Measures von Willebrand factor, a protein that helps platelets stick to damaged blood vessels and carries Factor VIII.
Diagnoses von Willebrand disease, the most common inherited bleeding disorder, in people with easy bruising, nosebleeds or heavy periods.
Easy bruising or bleeding, heavy periods, blood clots, before surgery, or people taking blood thinners.
No fasting needed.
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Yes — levels rise with stress, exercise, pregnancy and inflammation, so repeat testing may be needed.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 7–8 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.