Apixaban
Also known as: Eliquis®
Use
Measurement of drug level in order to monitor therapeutic level and/or diagnose under-dosage or potential toxicity.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test is performed using a validated LC/MS-MS method and is accurate for quantification of apixaban, unaffected by interferences such as lupus anticoagulants or heparin administration. However, its performance characteristics have not been cleared or approved by the FDA.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 72608-3
- 72608-3
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Blue-top (sodium citrate) tube (preferred), lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or green-top (heparin) tube
Collection Instructions
Transfer plasma to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature for 7 days; refrigerated for 14 days; frozen for 14 days; stable for 3 freeze/thaw cycles.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |