Test ID BLOD1481 Lupus Inhibitor Screen
AKA
Hexagonal Neutralization, Phospholipid
Specimen Type/Requirements
Blue top (Sodium Citrate) tube - Plasma, Double Spun Platelet Poor
See Coagulation Testing and Platelet Poor Plasma Preparation
This test requires its own separate frozen aliquot.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 1.5 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 1.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | 4 hours | |
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Refrigerated | Not Acceptable | |
Frozen | 1 month | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday and Friday
Additional Information
Abnormal results can be obtained in patients on anticoagulant therapy, including the newer agents (e.g. rivaroxaban, apixaban, etc.). This can result in false interpretation of lupus inhibitor.
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
85598