Platelets (Plt): they are the cells of the natural mechanism of clot formation and hemostasis. Their increased values, which we often observe in inflammatory processes, are an indication of an increased risk of clot formation.

Prothrombin time (PT – INR): performed as an initial test of blood clotting time in laboratory conditions. If low values are found, that indicate hypercoagulability (INR ​​< 1.00), then we recommend a repeat on another day and possibly additional tests.

Partial thromboplastin time (PTT): performed as a complementary to PT-INR clotting time measurement in laboratory conditions. Prolonged APTT times are associated with autoimmune diseases that cause thrombophilia.

Fibrinogen (Fibr): constitutes the 'raw material' for the normal formation of clots and hemostasis. Elevated levels are associated with increased chances of clot formation. Fibrinogen is increased from inflammatory conditions (and smoking) that cause cardiovascular disease.

D-Dimers: are the degradation products of fibrinogen and clots that have probably been formed recently. Elevated levels generally indicate a present thrombotic state of the body and an increased risk of thromboembolism.

Homocysteine (Hcy): is a marker of intravascular inflammation. High homocysteine values can be caused by vitamin deficiency, smoking, obesity, or genetic factors. It is itself an irritant factor of the vessels and its values are proportional to the possibility of clot formation.