AnMed Laboratory Services

         

Factor Xa Heparin  (Factor XaHep)

Synonyms:  Heparin, anti-Factor Xa
Specimen:  Blood; (1) Blue (3.2% sodium citrate) top vacutainer tube.
                        Volume: 
Minimum Volume: 
Collection:  Inpatient specimens should be transported to the laboratory at room temperature. Outpatient specimens should have plasma transferred to a plastic aliquot tube within 1 hour of collection. Store plasma at room temperature for 4 hours; freeze at -20°C for up to 2 weeks.
Rejection Criteria:  Incorrect specimen type; clotted; short filled tubes; hemolysis; improper labeling.
Reference Range:  See report
Methodology: 
Test Use:  Monitor low molecular weight and unfractionated heparin therapy
Additional Information:  No Additional Information Listed
Testing Includes: 
Testing Facility:  AnMed Laboratory