Benefits of Thrombophilia Diagnosis and Treatment
- Reduces the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE)
- Combat existing clots and prevent the formation of new clots
- Increases the chance of a successful pregnancy
Qualifications for Thrombophilia Treatment
Many individuals do not know that they have this condition until they develop an abnormal blood clot. Detectable thrombophilia often occurs once an individual experiences:
- A blood clot in a deep vein or artery
- Blood clots in the lungs
- A low platelet count
- A stroke or mini-stroke
- Unexplained miscarriages
- Emolytic anemia (loss of red blood cells)
- A skin condition called livedo reticularis