Platelets
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Rotational thromboelastometry ROTEM is available as point-of-care coagulation monitoring in an increasing number of European operating theatres and emergency rooms. The Platelet Mapping Assay has been described as a platelet aggregation assay for thromboelastography TEG. The aim of this experimental trial was to evaluate feasibility of the Platelet Mapping Assay on the ROTEM test system. ⋯ Differences in frequency distribution between the results obtained in ROTEM and TEG were not statistically significant. The Platelet Mapping Assay can be performed on the ROTEM. For the perioperative scenario, however, longer test duration and higher costs have to be considered compared to Multiplate analyses.