Test Code LAB2356 Apixaban
Intended Use
Apixaban, an oral anticoagulant that directly inhibits factor Xa, has been approved by the FDA for prophylaxis of thrombosis in atrial fibrillation and surgical patients and treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE).
Methodology
Chromagenic |
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Sodium citrate
Container Type: Sodium citrate
Unacceptable specimens:
- Samples that are short draws or clotted
- Serum
- Frozen whole blood
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 24 hours
CPT Code
80299 |
Day(s) Set Up
Sunday thru Saturday |