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HelpTest Code FCTXA Factor Xa
Specimen Type
Plasma
Container
Blue Sodium Citrate
Minimum Volume
Filled to indicated line (2.7 mL whole blood)
Pediatric minimum: 1 light blue top tube filled to line (1.8 mL whole blood)
Stability
4 hours at 20-25°C/2 weeks at -20°C
Transfer Instructions
Centrifuge specimen within 1 hour of draw time. Aliquot plasma off of cells. Transport separated plasma frozen at -20°C.
Expected Turn Around Time
STAT/ASAP: 1 hour
CPT
85520
Result Information
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Result Name |
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Factor Xa |
Special Instructions
Tube must be filled to the indicated line. Over or underfilled specimens cannot be tested.