The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH) Assay

The anti factor Xa assay is used to monitor LMWH therapy (eg, Tinzaparin, Clexane, Fragmin etc.)

Tube Coagulation
ID 12654
Availability
Additional Information LMWH therapy does not usually require monitoring. Some patients however (eg. Children, pregnancy, compliance confirmation) may require levels to be monitored.
Turn Around 24 hours
Collection Con Citrate sample filled to line
IP Routine TAT 24 hours
GP Acute TAT #NAME?
GP Routine TAT 24 hours