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HelpTest 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 - Plasma, Double Spun Platelet Poor
See Coagulation Testing and Platelet Poor Plasma Preparation
It is critical that the plasma is double spun and platelet poor.
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 2 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Sioux Falls
CPT
85520