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Does Dialysis Affect PT/INR In The Blood?

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My name is KAnnan.Age 51 years. Undergone Valve replacement 8 months back and taking dialysis also weekly twice for high creatinine.Am taking tablet Acitrom 4mg at 6pm daily for heart.Will dialysis will affect the PTINR of the blood

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Fri, 24 Oct 2014
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
Dialysis affect your PT/INR. You should go for regular monitoring of your INR. Keep your INR between 2 to 3.
Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
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Does Dialysis Affect PT/INR In The Blood?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Dialysis affect your PT/INR. You should go for regular monitoring of your INR. Keep your INR between 2 to 3. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.