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Danaparoid

Alternative Names/Synonyms	LMWH, Anti XA, Low Molecular Weight Heparin
Laboratory	Core Laboratory & Transfusion Medicine
Sub-section	Hematology
Specimen Type	Blood
Test Code	DANA

Ordering Instructions, Requisition

MSH Coagulation requisition form (MS 520)

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Plasma (3.2% Na Citrate)

Specimen Requirements (Volume (mL))

Full draw

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

Light Blue citrate tube
Collection Containers – Tube Types

Collection Requirements

Blood Collection Instructions

Cause for Rejection

Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance

Instrument, Methodology

Referred Out: https://stmichaelshospital.com/mirror-hosts/stmichaelshospital.com/programs/labs/tests/

Test Availability

Test may be requested at any time. Samples are aliquotted and frozen. The assay is referred out.

Referral Laboratory

Referred Out to St. Michaels Hospital

Special Instructions

Must indicate anticoagulant status