Heparin (LMWH), Lovenox

Additional Info:
Low Molecular Weight Heparin (Lovenox): This anticoagulant is monitored by Anti-Xa

Methodology: Immunological- ACL TOP550

Stat: Available STAT

Specimen Requirements: COLLECTION AND PROCESSING:
ORDER OUTPATIENTS AS “STAT”

1. Blue top MUST be FULL – send to lab STAT for TESTING (both
   outpatients and inpatients)
2. MUST be drawn 4 hours after dose – timing is critical
3. MUST be analyzed within 1 HOUR OR Plasma separated and FROZEN

Analytical Time: 1 day

Days Set Up: Monday through Sunday

CPT Information:
85520 –