Syllabus · Current · V5 (2025) · Haematological and Immunological System
N3 · Haematological Measurement
N3.ii · Platelet Function Testing
Outline the methods for assessing platelet function.
Written examination
SAQ history
Viscoelastic Assays: Platelets, Heparin & Hyperfibrinolysis
1 exam appearance
With respect to viscoelastic assays, describe the expected alterations and the underlying mechanisms resulting from the following:
a) platelet dysfunction (40% of marks),
b) therapeutic heparin use (40% of marks),
c) hyperfibrinolysis (20% of marks). Either TEG or ROTEM is acceptable for your answer.
29%
Oral examination
VIVA history
No mapped VIVA history for this objective.
Sources: objective text from the relevant CICM syllabus; historical SAQ and VIVA wording from CICM examiner reports.