Test Code HEPARIN Heparin Level Lower Molecular Weight
Performing Laboratory
UVM-MC LAB
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Plasma, Na Cit (BLUE)
Acceptable:
Collection Instructions:
Volume
1.0 ml
Specimen Stability
Frozen
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Specimen Type
Plasma, Na Cit (BLUE)
Additional Information
Keep blood at room temperature until processed.
Process specimen within 1 hour of collection and freeze.
Double spin blue tops and place plasma into plastic transport tubes
and freeze.
Each coagulation specimen must have it’s own vial.
Minimum Volume
1.0 ml