Comparison of terms for TEG 5000 and ROTEM
| TEG 5000 Term | ROTEM Term | Units | Clot Formation Property |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reaction time (R) | Clotting time (CT) | Seconds/minutes | Clot initiation |
| Kinetic time (K) | Clot formation time (CFT) | Seconds/minutes | Clot propagation |
| Alpha angle | Alpha angle | Degrees | Clot propagation |
| Maximal amplitude (MA) | Maximum clot firmness (MA) | Millimeters | Clot rigidity |
| Clot elastic modulus (G) | Shear elastic modulus (G) | Dynes/cm2 | Clot elasticity |