Apixaban Assay
Test Mnemonic
APIXBN
CPT Codes
- 80299 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Eliquis
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.7 mL | Plasma | Sodium citrate (Lt. Blue) | Frozen |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Minimum is 0.5 mL plasma |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 4 hours |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | 4 weeks |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chromogenic |