Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Monitor treatment efficacy of low molecular weight heparin.
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
HA LMW
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Chromogenic Assay
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Sun-Sat
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
Within 24 hours
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lt. blue (sodium citrate). Refer to Specimen Handling at aruplab.com for hemostasis/thrombosis specimen handling guidelines.
Specimen Preparation
Centrifuge specimen within one hour of collection. Transport 2 mL platelet-poor plasma. (Min: 1.5 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Serum. EDTA, oxalate, heparin, or plasma separator tubes. Specimens refrigerated more than eight hours. Hemolyzed specimens.
Remarks
Record heparin type on test request form. This test cannot be used for Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) or Fondaparinux (Arixtra).
Stability
After separation from cells: Ambient: 4 hours; Refrigerated: 8 hours; Frozen: 2 weeks
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
0.50-1.10 U/mL
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Therapeutic range based on enoxaparin brand low molecular weight heparin.
No compliance statements are in use for this test.
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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