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
Additional Information
This assay should not be used for measuring Rivaroxiban or Apixaban. See specific assays for these medications.
Methodology
Chromogenic
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Fargo - Core Lab
CPT
85520