Factor VIII and Factor IX assays: Decreased Factor VIII (Hemophilia A) or Factor IX (Hemophilia B)
There are mild, moderate, and severe forms of Hemophilia A
depending on how low the levels of Factor VIII are.
Prolonged activated partial
thromboplastin time (APTT)
HIV testing -- a high number of persons with Hemophilia
developed HIV due to transfusions of missing factors which
are blood products (occurred in the time before proper
screening)
Replacement treatment
Factor VIII concentrate
transfusions (now heat-treated to reduce HIV
transmission). The goal level of Factor VIII depends on
the severity of the bleeding problems being treated
Factor IX concentrate transfusions for Hemophilia
B
Desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) -- for mild or moderate Hemophilia A
Aminocaproic acid, tranexamic acid
for oral bleeding
Avoid aspirin and anti-inflammatory medications (e.g.,
Ibuprofen)
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), Hepatitis B, or Hepatitis C infection by transfusion
