Test Code Anti-Xa LM Anti-Xa Low Molecular Weight Heparin
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Container
Light Blue-Sodium Citrate
Plasma/Refrigerate
STAT Turnaround Time
1 Hour
Routine Turnaround Time
4 Hours
Methodology
Chromogenic assay
Reference Range
ANTI-Xa LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT INTERPRETATION***
Suggested Ranges:
Once daily dosing: 1-2 IU/mL
Twice daily dosing: 0.6-1.0 IU/mL
Prophylaxis: 0.2-0.6 IU/mL
Levels should be drawn 4 hours after SC injection
CPT Code
85520