Test ID BLOD0668 Enoxaparin Anti-XA
Useful For
Useful for monitoring Low Molecular Weight Heparin anticoagulation therapy (ie. Lovenox).
AKA
Anti-XA, Lovenox, Low Molecular Weight Heparin
Specimen Type/Requirements
Blue-top (Sodium Citrate) Tube
Tube must be filled to the minimum draw line. Transport to laboratory immediately. Hemolyzed specimens will be rejected.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | 2 hours | |
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Refrigerated | Not Acceptable | |
Frozen | 1 month | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Chromogenic
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Fargo- Core Lab
CPT
85520
Additional Information
This assay should not be used for measuring Rivaroxiban or Apixaban. See specific assays for these medications.