- Obtain family history of bleeding and comorbidities
- Obtain detailed history of bleeding, comorbidities and medication of the patient
- Consider if the platelet disorder can be part of a syndrome or perhaps is acquired
- Physical examination focused on bleeding manifestations of the skin and oral cavity (bruises, hematomas, petechiae) and syndromic manifestations
- Initial screening tests for coagulation disorders
- Platelet function testing, with specific recommendations
- Genetic analyses at reference centers with expertise, in selected cases