Publications by authors named "Frances B Compton"
Background: The PIFA PLUSS PF4 Rapid Assay (PIFA) is a rapid screening test used for the diagnosis of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).
Objective: To determine the usefulness of this assay as a screening method in our institution.
Methods: A total of 159 specimens from patients with suspected HIT were included in our study.