Table II. ROTEM and TEG Operating Characteristics.
Summary of operational considerations for each analytic method.
ROTEM | TEG | |
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Cup Motion | Fixed | Rotates |
Pin Motion | Rotates | Fixed |
Angle of Rotation | 4° 75’ / 6 sec | 4° 45’ / 5 sec |
Detection Method | Rotation Impedance | Pin Transduction |
Temperaure Regulation | Heated Metal Block | Heated Cup |
Temperature Control | 30-40°C | 24-40°C |
Cup Interior | Ridged (0.6-0.9mm) | Smooth |