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Alternative Names:

CPBH
cardiopulmonary heparin bypass
cardiopulmonary anti-Xa levels

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

CPBH

Registration Instructions:

All requests must be done in consultation with laboratory haematologist at least 2 days day prior to theatre

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

Sodium Citrate

Adults Volume or Mass:

2.7 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

2.7 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Add exactly 2.7 mL of blood & mix by inversion.
Must be discussed with a Laboratory Haematologist

Call the senior coagulation scientist on ext 63109 least 2 days day prior to theatre

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately

Assay Frequency:

By Arrangement