Medical History As Screening Test for Hemostatic Problems

Nature of Abnormal Bleeding
- Dermal or mucosal (platelet dysfunction)
- Hemarthroses or soft tissue bleeding (factor deficiencies
- Thromboses
Experience with Hemostatic Challenges (Surgery, Dental Procedures, Menstruation)
- Congenital
Medications (Review Before Ordering Laboratory Tests)
- Anticoagulants
- Antiplatelet medications (over-the-counter drugs)