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Test ID BLOD0668 Enoxaparin Anti-Xa

Important Note

This assay should not be used for measuring Rivaroxiban or Apixaban.  See specific assays for these medications.

Useful For

Useful for monitoring Low Molecular Weight Heparin anticoagulation therapy (ie. Lovenox).

AKA

LMWH Xa

Specimen Type/Requirements

Blue top (3.2% Sodium Citrate) tube - Plasma 

 

Specimen must be double spun if sample will be frozen.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     1.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     0.5 mL   

 

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     2 hours     
 Refrigerated     Not Acceptable     
 Frozen     2 weeks     Preferred for transport   

 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Sunday

Methodology

Chromogenic

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Bismarck 

CPT

85520